Animal Shelter

The Gilroy Police Department has temporary kennels to house found dogs and maintains a list of found dogs.

Gilroy Police Department
7301 Hanna Street, Gilroy
408-846-0350

After 5 days, any animal not picked up is transferred to a local shelter. The City of Gilroy works with the following shelters:

Santa Clara County Animal Shelter
12370 Murphy Avenue, San Martin
408-686-3900

Hollister Animal Shelter
1331 South Street, Hollister
831-636-4320

City of San Jose Animal Care Center
2750 Monterey Rd, San Jose
408-578-7297

To report stray animals or for questions unrelated to licensing, please call 408-846-0350.