Animal Control

The Animal Control Officers work out of the South Kingstown Public Safety Building. Animal Control's mission is to enforce all Town and State Laws pertaining to domestic animals and to ensure that all animals in the Town of South Kingstown are treated humanely. Public/Humane education in regard to the proper treatment and care of animals plays a large role in helping to ensure animals are properly cared for. Animal Control Officers are also a first responder to calls concerning possible rabid animals. Animal Control handles 1400-1500 complaints a year. The South Kingstown Police Department has one full time Animal Control Officer and two part-time Animal Control Officer

Animal Shelter

Founded in 1980, the South Kingstown Animal Shelter accepts neglected, abandoned and/or stray dogs and cats. The Pound continues to maintain a policy of euthanizing animals only for extreme behavioral problems or incurable medical conditions. The Pound is committed to improving the quality of life of all strays in its care. To this end, adoption applicants are carefully screened. All possible medical care, including preventative attention, is given to the animals.

The South Kingstown Animal Shelter is located at 132 Asa Pond Rd. Wakefield, RI. And can be reached at (401) 789-5515.
Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Closed on Holidays