All found pets in Kansas City, Mo. — either found by a member of the public or picked up by the City’s Animal Services Division — are held at KC Pet Project in Swope Park for 5 days to give an owner the chance to reclaim their pet.
Per current KCMO City Ordinances, pets that are reclaimed are subject to fees paid for by the owner in order to take the pet home. Fees are determined by factors including if the pet is spayed or neutered and how long the pet has been at the shelter.
If the pet is claimed within 3 days, pet owners can take advantage of KC Pet Project’s Reclaim Fee Forgiveness.
To take the pet home, pet owners are still responsible for purchasing their pet’s rabies vaccination for $15 (unless they can provide proof of current vaccination) as well as a Kansas City, Mo pet license for $12. KC Pet Project recommends getting pets microchipped for $10 — a discount from $25 as part of the Reclaim Fee Forgiveness Program.
If your pet is missing, it’s important to come to the KC Pet Project in Swope Park (7077 Elmwood Ave.) as quickly as possible to see if your pet is at the shelter. If you’ve lost your pet and you don’t have transportation, please call KC Pet Project at 816-683-1383.
