Enforces King County animal control ordinances. Maintains a list of missing and found pets. Provides animal rescue service 24 hours daily, as well as shelter, adoption and recovery services. Answers complaints regarding stray or vicious dogs, dead animals, etc. Receives licensed and unlicensed stray animals.

Makes stray and homeless animals available for adoption.  Small animals such as snakes, guinea pigs, rats and mice, hamsters, gerbils and rabbits are available for adoption in addition to cats and dogs. All animals adopted are neutered or spayed.

Makes dogs, cats and other small critters available for adoption.   All dogs and cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and health and/or temperament assessed prior to adoption.   Owners also receive a certificate good for complimentary health exam with VCA Animal Hospital.  

Facilitates the adoption of stray and surrendered dogs and cats. All dogs and cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.   Operates a monthly pet food pantry. Pet owners may apply for monthly pet food or one-time emergency assistance for 30 days worth of supplies. Pays up to $500 in vet bills to low-income Auburn residents. Provides temporary housing and care for owned pets if the owner is temporarily unable to care for their pets.