Great Falls Animal Shelter Temporarily Relocates Due to Unforeseen Construction Issues

The Great Falls Animal Shelter has temporarily relocated due to unexpected structural challenges discovered during ongoing renovations. Originally scheduled to move in March, the shelter was forced to transition last week when construction crews encountered electrical wiring embedded within the concrete slab—directly in the area being excavated to address a critical sewer line obstruction. To ensure safety and continued operations, the shelter has moved early to 2701 16th St NE in Black Eagle. This transition would not have been possible without the invaluable support of Chad Mans and Mans Rentals, who worked swiftly to provide the shelter with a new location at an exceptionally generous rate. Their dedication and generosity have played a crucial role in ensuring that shelter operations continue with minimal disruption. The shelter extends its sincere gratitude for their commitment to the welfare of animals in our community. At this time the shelter is not accepting stray animals from the public; however Animal Control remains available and can be reached at 406-455-8599. The shelter continues to fully support Animal Control officers in their efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. To help reunite lost pets with their families more quickly, we encourage the community to make every effort to locate owners including checking the neighborhood and local lost pet sites before calling Animal Control. Many lost pets belong to nearby families and can often be returned home without the need for impoundment. Additionally, we urge pet owners to take proactive steps in keeping their animal safe: Ensure your pet wears a collar with identification tags, making it easier for neighbors to return them if they get lost. Microchip your pet, a permanent form of identification that significantly increases the chances of being reunited. To assist pet owners, the shelter continues to offer low cost microchipping services and free custom-engraved ID tags. These simple measures can prevent pets from ending up in shelters and help them return home quickly and safely. The Great Falls Animal Shelter appreciates the patience and support of the community during this transition. Renovations will continue, and we will keep the public informed on any further developments. For ongoing updates and more information, please follow us on Facebook or visit https://greatfallsmt.net/animalshelter/2025-renovations