Monticello Animal Shelter

U.S. 151 Monticello, Iowa 52310

Dogs, Cats & Other Animals

Monticello Shelters

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Hours of operation

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Thursday 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM Today
Friday 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Hours as reported by the shelter. Call ahead before visiting — holiday and intake hours can differ.

About this shelter

Monticello Animal Shelter in Monticello, IA

Monticello Animal Shelter is located in Monticello, Iowa, about 30 miles southwest of Cedar Rapids, and operates as Animal Welfare Friends, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, no-kill animal shelter and dog park. The shelter is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12:00–5:30 PM and Sunday from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, welcoming visitors to view adoptable dogs and cats and apply to adopt. Guided by the belief that every pet deserves a peaceful, safe, and healthy life, the shelter partners with organizations such as PetSmart Charities, Petco Love, and the Humane Society of the United States, and is supported by local businesses throughout the Monticello community.

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Adopting from Monticello Animal Shelter

Adoption process

Contact the shelter about the pet you're interested in, then complete an adoption application (in person or online), which typically takes about a week to process; approval may also involve checks like landlord/HOA pet policy verification and requires current pets in the home to be vaccinated and spayed/neutered.

Animals served: Dogs, Cats & Other Animals

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