City of Fallon Animal Shelter

09/06/2026

STRAY-Found in the area of Hawk Dr. Does anyone recognize D-6949???

City of Fallon Animal Shelter
775-423-2282

09/05/2026

🐾 SMALL SHELTER. BIG IMPACT. 🐾

We wanted to share a little perspective on animal shelter capacity in our region and what it means for the work we do every day.

🏠 Dog Kennel Capacity
• Lyon County Animal Shelter — 44 kennels
• Washoe County Regional Animal Services — 110 kennels
• Churchill Animal Protection Society (CAPS) — 18 kennels
• City of Fallon Animal Shelter — 21 kennels

It’s important to remember that shelter size often reflects the population and needs of the community it serves. Larger population centers, such as Reno/Washoe County area, naturally require larger facilities, and more kennel space to accommodate the greater number of people and animals they serve.

It is also important to recognize the animal shelters everywhere or struggling. Large and small shelters are facing many of the same challenges — limited space, in increasing numbers of animals needing help, larger stays, and the constant need for adopters, fosters, volunteers, and community support. We are all working towards the same goal: helping as many animals as possible. ❤️

Here at the City of Fallon Animal Shelter, we may be a small facility, but we work hard to make the biggest impact possible.

With just 21 dog kennels and a staff of four, we care for approximately 1,000 dogs and 600 cats every year. That means animals are constantly coming through our doors—strays needing a safe place to stay, pets waiting to be reunited with their families, and animals looking for a second chance through adoption.

No matter how busy we are or how limited our space may be, we do everything we can for each and every animal that comes through our doors. Every animal matters to us, and our team works hard to give them the care, time, attention, and opportunity they deserve.

Our size comes with challenges. Space can fill quickly, and every kennel matters. But our team continues to do everything we can with the resources and space available to provide quality care, reunite lost pets with their families, find homes for adoptable animals, and serve the people and animals of our community.

We are proud of what our small team accomplishes each year and incredibly proud to serve this community.

🐾 4 staff members. 21 dog kennels. Around 1,600 animals cared for each year.

We may be small, but our commitment to our animals and our community is anything but. ❤️

City of Fallon Animal Shelter
Small shelter. Small team. Big impact.

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09/04/2026

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

Code Name: Walker
Age: 3 Years Old
Breed: Anatolian Mix
Current Title: Chief of Shelter Security (Self-Appointed)
Standard Issue Uniform: Sleek, invisible mirrored aviators and a very serious game face

If you walk into our shelter, you might notice one extraordinarily handsome officer giving you the official ocular pat-down. Meet Walker, a 3-year-old Anatolian mix who clocked into our facility a little over a month ago and immediately decided that protecting this building—and every single human inside it—is his sacred life mission.

Walker loves our staff and volunteers with every fiber of his being. He is fiercely loyal, endlessly devoted, and 100% prepared to lay down his life for his squad. The only tiny glitch in the system? Because he’s been with us for over a month, Walker has decided the shelter is officially his home base. When newcomers walk past his post, Agent Walker stays on high alert to defend his headquarters, which can make kennel visits look a little intense and doesn't always do justice to what an amazing boy he truly is.

Here is the classified intel, though: the moment Walker gets a proper, patient introduction and realizes you’re on the VIP guest list, the tactical sunglasses come off. Beneath that steadfast security-guard exterior beats the heart of an absolute, shameless ham. We are talking goofy grins, full-body leaning hugs, and eager requests for belly rubs.

Walker is now ready for his permanent retirement from shelter patrol and eager to start his dream career as your devoted companion. His ideal headquarters looks like this:

- Solo Operative: Walker needs to be the only dog in the home. He takes his duties seriously and prefers to manage all security details without canine backup.
- Feline Friends: His compatibility with cats is currently unknown.
- Livestock: Walker has a known history of chasing sheep (he took "farm perimeter patrol" a little too far), so his suitability around livestock is unknown and requires caution.

If you’re looking for an intensely loyal partner who will watch over your home and then melt into a sweet, cuddly softie the second you sit on the couch, Officer Walker is reporting for duty.

Call to Action: Ready to pass security clearance and meet the sweetest guard dog in town? Contact us today to schedule your VIP introduction with Walker!

City of Fallon Animal Shelter
775-423-2282

09/04/2026

"Hi, I’m Phil, and today we’re going to talk about what’s really holding you back from living your best life." 🐶💼

At just 1 year old, this yellow Lab has already established a thriving therapeutic practice right in our living room. Forget the couch—Phil prefers a direct, paws-on approach. He doesn't want to hear about your childhood; he wants to know why that tennis ball is currently trapped under the refrigerator, and he needs you to tell him how that makes you feel.

Phil firmly believes that traditional talk therapy is overrated. Instead, his signature, breakthrough treatment plan relies entirely on uncontrollable butt wiggles, aggressive tail thumps, and high-octane goofy energy. Experiencing a stressful day? That's a textbook case of "not enough belly rubs." Feeling anxious? Phil will prescribe a sudden, chaotic lap-sitting session, completely ignoring the fact that he weighs 70 pounds and has zero concept of personal space.

He is a straight shooter. If you are eating a sandwich, he will look you dead in the eye and silently ask, "How is that diet working out for you?" while slowly dripping a single bead of drool onto your knee. It’s tough love, but it’s effective.

When he isn’t conducting groundbreaking research on the taste of our favorite shoes or performing emergency yard excavations, he can be found chasing his own tail to maintain his peak mental acuity.

Are you ready to change your life? Phil is currently accepting new patients. Payment is strictly accepted in the form of cheese tax, peanut butter, and constant validation that he is, indeed, the goodest boy. 🐾

City of Fallon Animal Shelter
775-423-2282

09/04/2026

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

Puppies around 3 months old.
Left is a male (ADOPTED), right is a female.

City of Fallon Animal Shelter
775-423-2282

09/04/2026

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

(6) 8 week old kittens

2 males & 1 female

2 females-ADOPTED
1 male- ADOPTED

City of Fallon Animal Shelter
(775)423-2282

09/04/2026

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

MEET DIAMOND: LEGENDARY BARBARIAN SEEKING RETIREMENT

After a decade of epic quests, dragon slayings, and dungeon crawls, Diamond—our ten-year-old pit bull barbarian—has decided it's time to hang up her battle axe and embrace the simple life of the common folk.

Diamond arrived at our shelter three months ago, and in that time, she's become an absolute legend among our staff. We've watched this grizzled warrior transform from a hardened adventurer into the most affectionate cuddle-seeker you've ever met. Sure, she still has that intimidating barbarian presence, but these days her rage is reserved exclusively for the injustice of not being petted enough.

THE QUEST FOR A FOREVER HOME

After years of sleeping in taverns and camping under the stars, Diamond is ready for her greatest adventure yet: finding her person. She's spent enough time in the party's rotation—now she wants to be the chosen one. This girl has so much love and affection to give, and she's been waiting patiently in our shelter for someone to claim her as their own.

PARTY COMPOSITION MATTERS

Here's the thing about retired barbarians: they've earned the right to be a little territorial about their loot. While Diamond can coexist peacefully with other dogs, she'd absolutely *prefer* to be the only canine in the household. After years of sharing camp rations and bedrolls with fellow adventurers, she's ready to be the sole recipient of all the attention, all the cuddles, and all the treats. No sharing the bard's affections—that's her job now.

UNEXPECTED ALLIANCES

Don't let her warrior exterior fool you. Diamond has discovered that the most powerful magic isn't fireball spells—it's the unconditional love of children. She absolutely adores kids and does remarkably well with them, proving that even the toughest barbarians have soft hearts. She's also surprisingly diplomatic with cats, having learned that not every creature is a dungeon monster to be vanquished.

THE RETIREMENT DREAM

Picture this: Diamond, finally at peace, sprawled across a comfortable couch in a cozy home. No more sleeping on cold stone floors. No more fighting for survival. Just a loyal companion who's ready to shower her person with years of pent-up affection and loyalty.

This ten-year-old warrior has earned her rest. She's proven herself time and again here at the shelter, winning the hearts of everyone who meets her. Now it's your turn to be her greatest adventure—the one where she finally gets to stay.

Diamond is waiting. Will you be her happily-ever-after?

City of Fallon Animal Shelter
775-423-2282

09/04/2026

ADOPTED

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

ROCKY: A Midnight Rider Ready for Adventure

One if by Land, Two if by Paw

Listen, my friends, and you shall hear of the midnight ride of a certain young pup—not Paul Revere, but Rocky, an 8-month-old Heeler mix with a message just as urgent and infinitely more joyful:
The British are coming! The British are coming!

Except... the British aren't coming. What's coming is playtime. What's coming is adventure. What's coming is the greatest day of your life, and Rocky is here to make absolutely certain you don't miss it.

This spirited boy arrived at our shelter as a stray, his past a mystery wrapped in a riddle tied up with a leash. We don't know where he came from or what his early days held, but what we do know is this: Rocky loves people with the kind of enthusiasm that suggests he's been waiting his whole life to meet you specifically. His playful side has been emerging more each day—a testament to the security and care he's found here—and he's ready to share that joy with a family of his own.

The Call to Adventure

Like a patriot spreading word through the colonies, Rocky spreads his infectious energy wherever he goes. He's social, spirited, and genuinely delighted by human companionship. Whether you're sitting on the couch or standing in the kitchen, Rocky will find you—and he'll let you know, with the urgency of a midnight messenger, that it's time to go outside and play. It's time for a walk. It's time for fetch. It's time for life.

What We're Still Learning

Because Rocky came to us as a stray, his history with other dogs remains unwritten. We recommend a meet-and-greet with any canine companions in your home before adoption—a chance for Rocky to show you his social skills and for you to see how he interacts with his potential pack mates.

Similarly, his compatibility with cats is unknown territory. A careful introduction would be wise if you have feline family members.

The Right Home

Rocky thrives with people who appreciate his youthful exuberance and can channel his Heeler energy into play, training, and outdoor adventures. He's looking for someone—or someones—who will answer his call as eagerly as the colonists answered the midnight ride. Active families, experienced dog owners, or anyone ready to invest time in a young, spirited companion will find in Rocky a devoted friend.

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It

The British aren't coming. But adventure is. Playtime is. A loyal, loving companion who will greet every day like it's the most important message he's ever had to deliver.

Rocky is ready. Are you?

City of Fallon Animal Shelter
775-423-2282

09/03/2026

🚀 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION — MEET COMET! ☄️

Name: Comet
Breed: Great Pyrenees Mix
Age: 2 years old

☄️ READY FOR LIFTOFF!

When Comet first arrived at our shelter, he was a cautious explorer, quietly taking in his new surroundings. After a couple of days of patience, gentle voices, and reassurance, his thrusters fired up—and out came one enormous LOVE BUG!

Comet is a 2-year-old Great Pyrenees mix with a heart as big as he is. Once he knows he’s safe and can trust you, he becomes an affectionate, devoted companion who loves being close to his people.

🚀 COMET’S IDEAL MISSION:

Comet needs to be the ONLY DOG in the home. He does not get along with other dogs and will be happiest as the captain of his own ship.

🐱 Cats are welcome aboard! Comet has done well with cats.

🐄 We have no history of Comet around livestock, so we cannot say how he would do with farm animals.

Comet may be shy when you first meet him, and that’s okay! He simply needs someone willing to give him a little time to adjust. Once he realizes he’s safe, his sweet personality comes shining through.

🌙 Comet is ready for his greatest adventure yet—a forever home where this gentle giant can finally land.

Let’s help Comet reach the moon and find his forever home! 🚀❤️

📍 City of Fallon Animal Shelter
📞 775-423-2282

09/03/2026

STRAY-FOUND in the area of Venturacci Ln. Does anyone recognize C-6930?

City of Fallon Animal Shelter
775-423-2282