Animal Control | Peoria County Animal Protection Services
2600 Northeast Perry Avenue, Peoria, IL 61603
Eligibility
Varies depending on program
Hours
Main Office Hours: Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Animal Abuse and injured wildlife can be reported 24/7. To report outside of office hours, please call 309-674-3131, or the Peoria Police Department or Peoria County Sheriff immediately.
Adoption Viewing: Monday through Saturday, 12:00 p.m.(Noon) to 5:00 p.m.
309-674-3131
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Emergency Number
309-672-2440
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Main Line (Mon-Sat: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)
Languages
English
Application process
Please call or visit office.
Fees
Most services are free.
Service area
Peoria County, IL
Peoria County Animal Protection Services (PCAPS) demonstrates a successful partnership between governmental agencies and private organizations. The shelter is operated by the County of Peoria through agreements with the Peoria Humane Society and the Peoria County Veterinary Medical Association and remains the only animal shelter in Peoria County.
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If dealing with a wild animal:
In addition to seeking guidance from this animal control office, it's also worth checking with an IL DNR rehabilitator, if needed. A list of DNR Rehabilitators can be found here: https://www.wildlifeillinois.org/list-of-licensed-wildlife-rehabilitators
Last Assured
12/22/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Peoria County Animal Protection Services
Peoria County Animal Protection Services (PCAPS) demonstrates a successful partnership between governmental agencies and private organizations. The shelter is operated by the County of Peoria through agreements with the Peoria Humane Society and the Peoria County Veterinary Medical Association and remains the only animal shelter in Peoria County.
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If dealing with a wild animal:
In addition to seeking guidance from this animal control office, it's also worth checking with an IL DNR rehabilitator, if needed. A list of DNR Rehabilitators can be found here: https://www.wildlifeillinois.org/list-of-licensed-wildlife-rehabilitators