Have you lost a pet? We may have him or her here at the shelter. It is our sincere wish that you and your pet are reunited as soon as possible. Therefore, we will do all we can to make that happen. Please visit our FVHA Stray Pets Page to view the stray animals currently at our facility. Please visit the Lost Pets tab below for more information about what to do if your pet is missing.

Have you found a pet? Visit our Found Pets tab below for more information on what to do next.

Municipalities and Animal Control Officer Contact Information Found Pets Lost Pets Reclaiming a Stray

We are contracted with the municipalities that have a (*) before and after the listing

*Town of Black Creek*
Constable
Michael Garvey
920-984-0092

*Town of Center*
Animal Control Officer
Sharon Zuehlke
920-450-1756

Town of Deer Creek
Constable
Mark Radtke
920-903-4586

*Town of Grand Chute*
Grand Chute Police Dept
920-832-1575 or
920-832-5000

*Town of Liberty*
Constable
Levi Lambie
920-359-1444

*Town of Oneida*
Animal Control
Oneida PD – 920-869-6699 or
Outagamie County Sheriff – 920-832-5000

Town of Vandenbroek
No Animal Control
Town Chairman – Jason Wegand
920-419-4646

*Village of Combined Locks*
Animal Control
Outagamie County Sheriff
920-832-5000

*Village of Hortonville*
Hortonville
Police Dept
920-779-6165

*Village of Little Chute*
Animal Control
Fox Valley Metro Police Dept
920-788-7505

*Village of Wrightstown*
No Animal Control
Wrightstown Police Dept
920-532-6007

City of New London
New London
Police Dept
920-982-8505

*City of Menasha*
Menasha
Police Dept
920-967-3500

*Town of Bovina*
Animal Control Officer
James Surprise
920-419-6095

*Town of Cicero*
Constable
Pat Amerson
920-903-7301

*Town of Ellington*
Constable
Tim Martzke
920-851-4805

*Town of Hortonia*
Constable
Richard Bunnell
920-779-9780

*Town of Maine*
Constable
Marlyn Dey
920-277-0805

*Town of Osborn*
No Animal Control
Town Chairman – Al Timm
920-360-0671

*Village of Bear Creek*
Animal Control
Outagamie County Sheriff
920-832-5000

*Village of Greenville*
Animal Control Officer
Vicki Prey
920-810-2679

Village of Howard
Animal Control Officer
Monica Hoff
920-819-6709

Village of Nichols
No Animal Control
Village President – Terry Scheller
920-716-3257

*City of Appleton*
Appleton
Police Dept
920-832-5500

*City of Seymour*
Seymour
Police Dept
920-833-2366

Town of Buchanan
Animal Control
Outagamie County Sheriff
920-832-5000

*Town of Dale*
Constable
Sandy Gadamus
920-850-4910

*Town of Freedom*
Animal Control
Outagamie County Sheriff
920-832-5000

Town of Kaukauna
Animal Control
Outagamie County Sheriff
920-832-5000

*Town of Maple Creek*
Constable
Matt Bruette
920-858-9455

*Town of Seymour*
Constable
Sami Rottier
920-228-0805

*Village of Black Creek*
Animal Control
Police Dept
920-984-3550

*Village of Harrison*
No Animal Control
Village President – Kevin Hietpas
920-734-2222

*Village of Kimberly*
Animal Control
Fox Valley Metro Police Dept
920-788-7505

Village of Shiocton
No Animal Control
Shiocton Police Dept
920-224-2327

*City of Kaukauna*
Kaukauna
Police Dept
920-766-6333

*Village of Fox Crossing*
Fox Crossing
Police Dept
920-720-7109

Have you found a pet?

If you find a lost pet:

1. Talk to people in the area to see if someone recognizes the pet.
2. Contact your local law enforcement agency or animal control contact to see if anyone has reported a pet missing that matches the pet you founds description.
3. Call FVHA at 920-733-1717 to file a Found Pet Report and to find out more information about the next steps if the owner of the pet cannot be located.
4. Post the found pet online on Lost Dogs of Wisconsin or Lost Cats of Wisconsin and Nextdoor.

5. Create posters and hang them where you found the pet.

Stray pets are held at FVHA for the state-mandated four day stray hold. If no owner comes forward during that time, the pet is evaluated for health and behavior before it is placed up for adoption.

Have you lost a pet?

If you lost your pet:

1. Talk to people in the area to see if someone has seen your pet.
2. Contact your local law enforcement agency or animal control contact to see if anyone has reported finding a pet that matches your pet’s description.
3. Call FVHA at 920-733-1717 to file a Lost Pet Report or fill out a lost cat or lost dog form below. You may also want to contact surrounding animal shelters, as pets may travel out of the area.
4. Post your missing pet online on Lost Dogs of Wisconsin or Lost Cats of Wisconsin and Nextdoor.
5. Create posters and hang them where your pet was lost.

Please complete the appropriate form below if you would like FVHA to help you find your lost pet– remember, it’s important to provide as many accurate details as possible. With any luck, you and your pet will be reunited soon.

Lost Dog Report Lost Cat Report

In order for you to reclaim your pet, you will be required to comply with Wisconsin State Statute #173.23. The following is a list of what is required to reclaim a dog or cat:

Reclaim Information:

  • Bring proof of ownership such as but not limited to: vet records, adoption papers, photos of your pet.
  • Your pet must have a current rabies vaccination certificate. If your pet is not current on rabies, FVHA can provide this vaccination for a $20 charge.
  • Accepted methods of payment are Credit, Debit and Cash
  • A current dog license in the municipality that you reside in, if you are reclaiming a cat please check to see if your municipality requires a cat license.
  • A driver’s license or accepted form of identification.
  • When your animal arrives at FVHA, you can rest assured that he or she has received the necessary care and attention. These procedures have been set in place for the safety, health and well-being of the lost animal and all other animals at the shelter. As a service to our community, we are required to complete necessary paperwork as stated in municipality contracts. Please call 920.733.1717 for any questions.