Animal Care and Control
In 2022, Naperville Animal Control handled 4,194 calls for service.
Animal Control
Naperville Animal Control is a unit within the Naperville Police Department that:
- Enforces local and state animal control and welfare laws
- Operates a shelter for stray and non-native/exotic animals
- Rescues animals that are stray, injured or in danger
- Promotes responsible pet ownership and animal care through education and enforcement
Impounded Animals
Find pictures and descriptions of animals currently impounded at Naperville Animal Care and Control. If one of these animals belongs to you, please call Naperville Animal Control at (630) 420-6178.
See who's in our careInside this section
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Animal Services
A complete list of services provided by Naperville Animal Control.
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Deceased Animals
Responsibility for the disposal of deceased wild, stray and domesticated animals changes in many cases depending on the location of the animal.
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Fees and Citations
Animal licenses through the City are free. Other fee and citation costs are listed here.
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Wildlife Issues
Removing or relocating a wild animal is not always the solution. Find tips, tricks and facts about how best to coexist with wild animals in Naperville.
