DeKalb County IL Animal Control

DeKalb County IL Animal Control AC staff enforce county ordinances and state laws pertaining to animal-related complaints. Stray dogs picked up will be taken to Malta Veterinary Clinic.

The goal of Animal Control (AC) is to prevent the spread of rabies through vaccinations and education and support a database of registered dogs and cats. AC staff are responsible for enforcing county ordinances and state laws pertaining to animal-related complaints. Investigations are done regarding nuisance complaints, allegations of animal cruelty or neglect, as well as reports of stray, roaming

or injured animals; or dangerous, vicious or biting animals. Rabies vaccinations and tags are available at veterinary clinics in DeKalb County. If your dog or cat was vaccinated out of county, rabies tags can be obtained at the Health Department. Dogs picked up in the south end of the county may be taken to Sandwich Veterinary Hospital. Call to inquire about the procedure and fees to claim your dog. Contact Us Monday – Friday from 8:00AM-4:30PM at 815-748-2427. For matters occurring after hours call your local police to contact Animal Control.

*UPDATE*Owner located* FOUND DOG *Found near DeKalb Inn on East Lincoln Highway, no tags/chip. Contact Animal Control 81...
06/02/2026

*UPDATE*
Owner located

* FOUND DOG *
Found near DeKalb Inn on East Lincoln Highway, no tags/chip. Contact Animal Control 815-748-2427 or Malta vet 815-825-2077 if you are missing this dog.

Found near the DeKalb Inn. Please contact the non-emergency line if you know the owner. 815-748-8400.

Update 3/18/26 7pm Luna was located and is going home with her owner. Thank you for everyone's assistance.
03/19/2026

Update 3/18/26 7pm

Luna was located and is going home with her owner. Thank you for everyone's assistance.

We need the public's help to safely catch Luna and reunite her with her owner. Please do not feed, chase, or even call out to her. We are trying to prevent her from running into traffic, as she is in flight mode right now. If you see Luna contact Animal Control with her location by commenting on this post, or call 815-748-2427. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance.

Keep your pets safe! Common household items can be toxic. Know the risks and act fast. Be sure to call your vet or a Pet...
03/16/2026

Keep your pets safe! Common household items can be toxic. Know the risks and act fast. Be sure to call your vet or a Pet Poison Helpline if exposure happens. 🐾

* FOUND DOG *Young female Great Pyrenees with red collar found on Plank Rd in rural Sycamore. No tags/chip. Contact Anim...
03/12/2026

* FOUND DOG *
Young female Great Pyrenees with red collar found on Plank Rd in rural Sycamore. No tags/chip. Contact Animal Control 815-748-2427 or Malta vet 815-825-2077 if you are missing her.

We need the public's help to safely catch Luna and reunite her with her owner. Please do not feed, chase, or even call ...
03/11/2026

We need the public's help to safely catch Luna and reunite her with her owner. Please do not feed, chase, or even call out to her. We are trying to prevent her from running into traffic, as she is in flight mode right now. If you see Luna contact Animal Control with her location by commenting on this post, or call 815-748-2427. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance.

This nice little guy was found in the 100 block of Tilton Park in DeKalb. Young intact male no tags or chip. If you are ...
02/10/2026

This nice little guy was found in the 100 block of Tilton Park in DeKalb. Young intact male no tags or chip. If you are (or know) the owner, please call DeKalb County IL Animal Control at 815-748-2427.

This sweet boy was found Tuesday (1-20-26) around Hillcrest in DeKalb. Male with no tags or chip. If you are (or know) t...
01/22/2026

This sweet boy was found Tuesday (1-20-26) around Hillcrest in DeKalb. Male with no tags or chip. If you are (or know) the owner, please call DeKalb County IL Animal Control at 815-748-2427.

This sweet boy was found Monday (1-5-26) on Rich Rd. in DeKalb. Intact male, no tags or chip. If you are (or know) the o...
01/07/2026

This sweet boy was found Monday (1-5-26) on Rich Rd. in DeKalb. Intact male, no tags or chip. If you are (or know) the owner, please call DeKalb County IL Animal Control at 815-748-2427.

This guy was found in Somonauk today. We believe he was hit by a car and has significant injuries. He is currently at th...
01/06/2026

This guy was found in Somonauk today. We believe he was hit by a car and has significant injuries. He is currently at the Sandwich Vet clinic. If you are (or know) the owner, please contact DeKalb County IL Animal Control at 815-748-2427 or Sandwich Vet at 815-786-2103 as soon as possible.
He is a neutered male. No collar or tags and no chip.

Edit: The owner has been located. Thank you.

Address

2550 N Annie Glidden Road
Dekalb, IL
60115

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18157482427

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