Animal Control
The City of Albert Lea Animal Shelter is operated by the Freeborn County Humane Society through an agreement with the City of Albert Lea. The Albert Lea Animal Shelter is located at 101 James Ave. inside Frank Hall Park. Click HERE for a map/directions.
Hours of operation are: Tues, Thurs, and Fri 1pm-5pm and Saturday 10am-2pm
Dog and Cat Licensing
Dogs and Cats are required to be licensed in the city limits of Albert Lea. Licenses are renewed every 2 years in March of an even year, e.g. 2008, 2010, 2012, etc.
Proof of vaccination, as well as proof of spaying or neutering is required for licensing. The cost of a two year license is $60 if the animal is not spayed/neutered and $10 if the animal is spayed/neutered.
A license may be purchased at the City Finance Department on the top floor of City Hall, 221 E. Clark Street. Click HERE for a map/directions. Call 507-377-4300 for more information.
Resource Links
City of Albert Lea’s animal ordinances
Freeborn County Humane Society