Portage Animal Control

Portage Animal Control For all lost or found animals in the City of Portage, please private message this page so we can post Sec. 10-54. - Redemption of impounded animals.

The owner of any dog or domestic animal impounded pursuant to the provisions of this division may redeem it from the animal shelter designated by the board, upon the following conditions:

(1) For properly licensed domestic animals under section 10-33, by paying to the clerk-treasurer a redemption fee of $30.00 for the first time any such animal is seized or impounded by the animal warden; a redemption fee of $50.00 for the second occurrence; and a redemption fee of $75.00 for the third or any subsequent occurrence. For unlicensed domestic animals, by paying to the clerk-treasurer a redemption fee of $50.00 for the first time any such domestic animal is seized or impounded by the animal warden; a redemption fee of $75.00 for the second occurrence; and a redemption fee of $100.00 for the third or any subsequent occurrence. (2) Presenting proof of the current city license tag for a dog if the owner is a resident of the city;

(3) If a dog, presenting proof of rabies immunization;

(4) If the dog has not been immunized against rabies, or the owner cannot show proof of a current rabies immunization, the owner must present a receipt showing prepayment of the cost of a rabies immunization from a duly licensed veterinarian, and within five days present to the clerk-treasurer, the current rabies immunization certificate; and

(5) Pay the animal shelter for the cost of the board and keep of any impounded dog or domestic animal, including all necessary treatment costs, for the period it was impounded. Release of the impounded animal to its owner may be denied by the animal warden if it is determined the animal is a danger to public health and safety of the citizens of Portage or for any other good and sufficient reason at the discretion of the animal warden.

***COURTESY POST***Missing since 2-3-26 from Hammond. Owner has evidence that the dog may have been brought to Portage. ...
02/08/2026

***COURTESY POST***

Missing since 2-3-26 from Hammond. Owner has evidence that the dog may have been brought to Portage. If you recognize or have any information regarding this dog, please contact our office at 219-763-1825.

Portage Animal Control is currently attempting to secure this dog that was located near the area of Stagecoach and Marin...
02/02/2026

Portage Animal Control is currently attempting to secure this dog that was located near the area of Stagecoach and Marine Dr. the morning of 2/2/2026. If you recognize this dog please contact our office 219-763-1825.

Found on 2-1-26 in the area of Evelyn and Lark. If you recognize this dog please contact our office at 219-763-1825.
02/01/2026

Found on 2-1-26 in the area of Evelyn and Lark. If you recognize this dog please contact our office at 219-763-1825.

01/23/2026

PORTAGE ANIMAL CONTROL WINTER SAFETY ADVISORY

Cold temperatures pose serious health risks to pets. Prolonged exposure to freezing or near-freezing conditions may result in hypothermia, frostbite, paw injuries from ice and deicing chemicals, joint strain, and toxic exposure from substances such as antifreeze.

Pet owners are strongly advised to limit outdoor exposure during cold weather, provide appropriate protective gear when necessary, and monitor animals closely for signs of distress, including shivering, lethargy, lifting paws, or refusal to walk.

If conditions are unsafe for people, they are unsafe for pets. Protect your animals by bringing them indoors promptly.

Please take proper steps to keep you, and your pets, safe during these frigid temperatures. If you have concerns over an animal please contact our office 219-763-1825 so an officer can check on the animal.

Found together on 1-21-26 in the area of Joann St. If you recognize these dogs, please contact our office at 219-763-182...
01/21/2026

Found together on 1-21-26 in the area of Joann St. If you recognize these dogs, please contact our office at 219-763-1825.

Found together on 1-18-26 in the area of Mulberry and Lois. If you recognize these dogs please contact our office at 219...
01/18/2026

Found together on 1-18-26 in the area of Mulberry and Lois. If you recognize these dogs please contact our office at 219-763-1825.

Found on 1-16-26 in the area of Jefferson and Eugene. If you recognize this dog please contact our office at 219-763-182...
01/17/2026

Found on 1-16-26 in the area of Jefferson and Eugene. If you recognize this dog please contact our office at 219-763-1825.

Update…owner located!Found together 1/15/2026 in the area of US Hwy. 20 and Jensen Dr. If you recognize these dogs cont...
01/15/2026

Update…owner located!

Found together 1/15/2026 in the area of US Hwy. 20 and Jensen Dr. If you recognize these dogs contact our office 219-763-1825.

***Courtesy post***This dog was found in the overnight hours on 1/14/2026 and was taken by a Good Samaritan to an emerge...
01/15/2026

***Courtesy post***

This dog was found in the overnight hours on 1/14/2026 and was taken by a Good Samaritan to an emergency vet hospital. The dog was found in the Portage/Lake Station area. We have no further information on location dog was found. If you recognize this dog please contact our office 219-763-1825.

***COURTESY POST***Missing since 1/13/2026 from the area of Kennedy and Liberty. If you have seen this cat please conta...
01/15/2026

***COURTESY POST***

Missing since 1/13/2026 from the area of Kennedy and Liberty. If you have seen this cat please contact our office 219-763-1825.

***UPDATE*** Back with owner!Found on 1-13-26 in the area of Center and Old Porter. If you recognize this dog please con...
01/13/2026

***UPDATE*** Back with owner!

Found on 1-13-26 in the area of Center and Old Porter. If you recognize this dog please contact our office at 219-763-1825.

UPDATE: Back with owner!Found 1/9/2026 in the area of Dombey and Marquette. If you recognize this dog contact Portage An...
01/10/2026

UPDATE: Back with owner!

Found 1/9/2026 in the area of Dombey and Marquette. If you recognize this dog contact Portage Animal Control 219-763-1825.

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6260 Central Avenue
Portage, IN
46368

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Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

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