Shelter Hours
The Burget Animal Impoundment Facility is under the direction of the City Hall. The facility has one Animal Control Officer who's duties include investigation of complaints of animals running loose, dog bite incidents, and day to day duties at the animal shelter.
When to Call Us
Call the City Hall in Auxvasse to:
Report an animal running at large or other animal control related problem
Inquire if an animal has been impounded
Report an animal biting incident
Obtain information regarding adoption availability of an animal
Fees
Animal redemption fees: First day - $10.00 Each day after - $5.00 per day
Current tags and vaccination records must be purchased or provided before releasing the animal
Other fees - refer to the Utilities & Fees section of the website
If you see a dangerous animal running at large, please call City Hall. If there is an emergency, call 911 for assistance. Numerous calls or complaints about your animal running at large could lead to an appearance in court along with fines.
Please keep your animals safe from harm. Animals kept in the impoundment facility over seven days will be taken to the Central Missouri Humane Society. If you are aware that your animal has been picked up by our Animal Control Officer and you neglect to contact the City, you may have abandoment charges brought against you.