Promoting health and welfare of all within the City of Detroit from animal-related hazards, encourage responsible pet ownership.
Please DO NOT message with urgent situations. DACC is not an emergency response service. If you feel unsafe or threatened by an animal, please call 911 or your local precinct. Please call our dispatch during our hours of operation at 313.224.6356. For concerns about cruelty or neglect, please call the Michigan Humane Society Cruelty Hotline at 313.872.3401
The mission of Detroit Animal Care and
05/23/2026
57 DACC animals found loving homes during the nationwide BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters event! 🐾💙
Thank you to everyone who adopted, shared our posts, volunteered, and supported DACC— you helped change 57 lives.
Every adoption gives another pet a second chance, and there are still so many amazing animals waiting for their forever homes. Stop by and check them out!
📍1431 E. Ferry St, Detroit, MI 48211
05/13/2026
Nutrition facts… but make it adoptable Detroit dogs 🦴🐶 Side effects may include unconditional love, emotional support, zero personal space, and fur permanently attached to every black clothing item you own. 😆
All adoption fees at Detroit Animal Care and Control are waived through May 17 thanks to — stop by and meet your new best friend 💛🐾
All adoption fees are waived from May 1–17, 2026! 🐾 Stop by DACC to meet our adoptable dogs, each with their own unique personality ready to find the perfect match for your lifestyle. While they love playing together in our yards, what they really want is a home to call their own. ❤️
Come meet your new best friend!
📍1431 E. Ferry St, Detroit, MI 48211
⏰ 10:30a to 5:30pm
**We are closed to the public April 30 and May 1 for a staff training, but return to regular business hours Saturday May 2.
04/29/2026
DACC is proud to be part of the BISSELL Pet Foundation’s “Empty the Shelters” National Adoption Event! 🐾 Joining hundreds of organizations across the country, we’re helping pets find loving homes. From May 1–17, 2026, all adoption fees are waived—making it the perfect time to meet your forever best friend.
📍1431 E. Ferry St, Detroit, MI 48211
04/28/2026
It’s that time of year—kitten season! 🐈 Have you seen any in your neighborhood? Use this as your personal resource for kitten care in Detroit and share with a neighbor! 🏡🐾
04/28/2026
Our shelter will be closed THIS Thursday and Friday as staff attend training. Regular shelter hours will resume Saturday May 2. Thank you for understanding. 🐾
04/23/2026
Perfect on paper, better in person! These pups have updated their resumes and are ready for a home that loves a little awkward, a little wild, and a whole lot of heart. Stop by DACC and meet your perfect candidate today 🐾
📍Open 7 days a week
10:30am-5:30pm
1431 E. Ferry St.
Detroit, MI 48211
04/21/2026
From Detroit roots to leadership roles—Assistant Director Rachel Williams and Senior Veterinarian Dr. Marcy McKeithen are turning their passion for animals into action; strengthening care, compassion, and community every day. 🐾🐈🐕
04/13/2026
This week is about staying informed and learning how to prevent dog bites before they happen. Understanding body language, respecting space, and staying aware can make all the difference. Prevention starts with us.
Report Detroit Dog Bites to: (313)922-DOGS
Adopting from DACC is the best decision you could make on sunny days like today! 😎🐾💛
☀️Not ready to adopt? Take our Detroit pups on a Dogventure around the city and make it a day to remember! 🐕
| Monday | 10:30am - 3:30pm |
| Tuesday | 10:30am - 3:30pm |
| Wednesday | 10:30am - 3:30pm |
| Thursday | 10:30am - 3:30pm |
| Friday | 10:30am - 3:30pm |
| Saturday | 10:30am - 3:30pm |
| Sunday | 10:30am - 3:30pm |