Peoria County Animal Protection Services
Address
2600 Northeast Perry Avenue
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 672-2440
AKA:
PCAPS or PAWS
Description:
Peoria County Animal Protection Services (PCAPS) demonstrates a successful partnership between governmental agencies and private organizations. The shelter is operated by the County of Peoria through agreements with the Peoria Humane Society and the Peoria County Veterinary Medical Association and remains the only animal shelter in Peoria County.
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If dealing with a wild animal:
In addition to seeking guidance from this animal control office, it's also worth checking with an IL DNR rehabilitator, if needed. A list of DNR Rehabilitators can be found here: https://www.wildlifeillinois.org/list-of-licensed-wildlife-rehabilitators
Hours:
Main Office Hours: Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Animal Abuse and injured wildlife can be reported 24/7. To report outside of office hours, please call 309-674-3131, or the Peoria Police Department or Peoria County Sheriff immediately.
Adoption Viewing: Monday through Saturday, 12:00 p.m.(Noon) to 5:00 p.m.
Intake Process:
Please call or visit office.
Program Fees:
Most services are free.
Languages:
English
Eligibility:
Varies depending on program
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
December 22, 2025
Volunteer Opportunities:
Many. Please call or visit website.
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
2600 Northeast Perry Avenue
Peoria, IL 61603
Contacts
Phone Numbers
Main Line (Mon-Sat: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)
(309) 672-2440
Emergency Number
(309) 674-3131
Legal Status:
City/County(Parish)
Services
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Geography Served
- Illinois
- Peoria County
- Peoria County
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Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Peoria County
- Peoria County
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Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Peoria County
- Peoria County
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Special Notes/Funding
Animal Services.
Description
Peoria County Animal Protection Services (PCAPS) investigates reports of animal cruelty, neglect, or abuse.
What is neglect?
Law requires pet owners provide the basic necessities to prevent suffering for their animal companions. Animals must receive:
-Adequate food
-Continuous water
-Shelter and protection from the weather
-Medical care to prevent suffering
Other signs an animal may be suffering include matted hair, overgrown nails, constant confinement in a crate, locked in a car on a hot day, or injuries that are not treated.
What is cruelty?
PCAPS characterizes cruelty as intentional behavior meant to harm or kill an animal including participating in dog fights; hitting, beating, kicking, or abusing an animal; or any act that causes harm to a domestic animal.
Availability
Main Office Hours: Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Animal Abuse can be reported 24/7. To report outside of office hours, please call 309-674-3131, or the Peoria Police Department or Peoria County Sheriff immediately.
Hours
Animal Abuse can be reported 24/7. To report outside of office hours, please call 309-674-3131, or the Peoria Police Department or Peoria County Sheriff immediately.
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Anyone who suspects or witnesses animal neglect, cruelty, or abuse. Reports can be made anonymously.
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Please report incidents of animal neglect, cruelty, or abuse to PCAPS immediately. Reports can be given anonymously. Simply call the shelter at 309-672-2440 (After hours, call 309-674-3131). If you see a cruel act occurring; call PCAPS, the Peoria Police Department, or Peoria County Sheriff immediately.
To investigate a complaint, PCAPS needs the address or location of the animal; a description of the animal; and details about the type of cruelty or neglect witnessed. PLEASE INDICATE IF THE SITUATION IS AN EMERGENCY.
Languages
English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Peoria County
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Peoria County
- Peoria County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Peoria County
- Peoria County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Peoria County
- Peoria County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Secondary Services
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Peoria County
- Peoria County
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