Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter

1715 Granville Pike Lancaster, Ohio 43130

Dogs

Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter in Lancaster, OH

Lancaster Shelters

(740) 687-3647 Directions

Visiting

Hours of operation

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Today
Thursday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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

About this shelter

Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter in Lancaster, OH

The Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter is a dog rescue located at 1715 Granville Pike in Lancaster, Ohio, about 25 miles northwest of Columbus. Established in 1939, the shelter has provided care and refuge for dogs in need for decades, relocating to its current facility in 2000 and expanding its capacity, humane practices, and community outreach over the years. Its mission centers on protecting, sheltering, and serving the community by offering a safe haven for dogs and building partnerships that support their well-being. The shelter is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday and Thursday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Before you go

Adopting from this shelter

Adoption process

Browse available dogs online or in person, then complete an adoption form (online or at the shelter); staff review the application and, if approved, schedule a visit with the dog, followed by finalizing paperwork to take the dog home. Adoptions are handled on a first come, first served basis.

Service area: Fairfield County, Ohio (Lancaster, Ohio)
Animals served: Dogs