Away from home temporarily or without a home of their own—we believe all dogs deserve a safe place to thrive!
Trusted since 2011, Companion Animal Care & Control (CACC) proudly provides professional animal control services to more than 70 municipalities across Anoka, Chisago, Ramsey, and Washington Counties in Minnesota, as well as St. Croix and Pierce Counties in Wisconsin.
To date, our team has responded to over 10,000 animal control–related calls and provided care for more than 11,500 animals. We respond to service requests from residents within our contracted cities and work closely with local law enforcement to ensure the safety and welfare of both animals and the communities we serve. For contracted municipalities with designated staff for animal handling & transport, we provide 24/7/365 access to the Companion Animal Center for impounding animals to be safely housed under our care.
Our operations are based out of the newly built Companion Animal Center, located at 1480 Helmo Avenue North, Oakdale, MN 55128, which opened in October 2025. This modern facility serves a dual purpose: it houses our public-facing services—including dog daycare, boarding, spa care, and community events—while also maintaining a separate, secure area committed to the stray and abandoned animals under our care. This ensures every animal is housed safely and comfortably throughout its required holding period.
For animals that remain unclaimed or are surrendered, CACC partners with trusted, licensed 501(c)(3) rescue organizations to facilitate foster placement and adoption, giving every animal the best possible chance for a new beginning.
To learn more about the services we offer at the Companion Animal Center, including daycare & boarding visit www.companionanimalcenter.com
Our Services
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Animal Pick-up
As part of our animal control service contracts with cities in MN & WI, every year we help hundreds of stray & abandoned animals. We drive to locations animals are found, often by Good Samaritans, and transport animals to a partnering vet clinic/impound facility. Animals receive the care and attention they need in a comfortable environment while we look for their owner.
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Animal Placement
For animals that have completed the state required stray hold or have been surrendered, we partner with local 501c3 rescues to find animals new adoptive homes. Animals are transported to volunteer foster homes, where they receive veterinary care and behavioral support while they begin searching for a new adoptive home.
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Animal Protection
Companion Animal Care & Control responds to complaints and conducts enforcement for violations of animal ordinances & statutes while also working closely with local law enforcement. When appropriate, we focus on educating owners regarding the welfare of animals.
