City of Rochester
News Release
(Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023) – Beginning Dec. 31, the Rochester Animal Services animal shelter at 184 Verona St. will begin operating under a new schedule that includes early-evening hours on certain weekdays and afternoon hours throughout the weekend.
“By expanding the visitation to include more hours outside the traditional workday, we will reduce crowding and alleviate the anxiety our residents feel when a four-legged family member is lost,” said Mayor Malik D. Evans. “Supporting the relationship between our residents and their pets improves the quality of life in our city, which advances our goals to create a safe, equitable and prosperous Rochester by inspiring hope and delivering opportunity for everyone.”
Under the current schedule, the shelter closes at 3:30 p.m. on weekdays and is closed on Sundays. From Dec. 31 to June 30, the new schedule will be:
- Noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with the exception of the third Tuesday of each month when the shelter will be closed for staff and volunteer training
- Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sunday, and Monday
- Closed on Fridays
Adoption and visitation hours end 30 minutes before closing.
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The Administration of Mayor Malik D. Evans strives to create a safe, equitable and prosperous Rochester by inspiring hope and delivering opportunity for everyone. Guided by the Administration’s Mission, Vision and Values and the principles of the “Rochester 2034” comprehensive plan, City employees are committed to providing exceptional customer service, transparent stewardship, and collaborative leadership to foster a vibrant community that empowers personal, professional and generational growth for all who live, work or play in the city of Rochester.