Kodiak Animal Shelter Start an adoption application

The only animal shelter and rescue group serving the Kodiak Archipelago, operated by the Humane Society of Kodiak since 1995 and a no-kill shelter for friendly, adoptable pets since 1997. Alongside adoptions it handles impounded pets, emergency veterinary assistance, spay and neuter assistance and dog licensing.

Adoption fee From $70
Hours Tue-Fri 12pm-6pm, Sat 12pm-5pm. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Areas served Kodiak Island and the Kodiak Archipelago
Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

From $70

$70 for adult cats

Requirements

A completed adoption application is required, followed by a 24 hour waiting period on all adoptions.

How it works

Submit an adoption application, then wait out the 24 hour hold period before finalizing the adoption.

Location

Find Kodiak Animal Shelter

The area

Kodiak Island Borough at a glance

Population 12,771
Housing units 5,854
Est. households with a cat 1,489

Estimated by applying the AVMA's 2024 national cat-ownership rate (32.1% of households) to the county's real household count from the Census Bureau — a national rate applied locally, not a local survey. Population and housing figures are from the Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to adopt a cat?

Adult cats are $70.

Can I take a cat home the same day?

No. There is a 24 hour waiting period on all adoptions after your application, which gives everyone a chance to be sure about the match.

Are there other shelters on Kodiak Island?

No. This is the only animal shelter and rescue group serving the entire Kodiak Archipelago, and it has been no-kill for friendly, adoptable pets since 1997.

Get involved

Support Kodiak Animal Shelter

Surrendering a cat

Surrender information is at kodiakanimalshelter.org/surrendering-a-pet, or call the shelter at (907) 486-8077.

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