If a public safety emergency is occurring, such as an in-progress vicious dog attack, call 9-1-1 immediately.
How do I?
Lost licensed pets will receive a free ride home the first time
they stray from home if they are wearing a current Burien license. An
impound fee and a violation fee will be charged to owners of stray dogs
found without a license.
About C.A.R.E.S.
Community Animal Resource Education Society (C.A.R.E.S.), a nonprofit 501C(3) corporation, provides animal control services for Burien. C.A.R.E.S. is responsible for:
- Enforcing Burien Municipal Code Title 6 Animals
- Responding to dog bites and dangerous dog reports
- Impounding stray dogs
- Providing educational information about pets and pet ownership
- Rescuing sick or injured domestic animals (not wildlife)
- Providing referrals to other animal service agencies
In addition, C.A.R.E.S. operates an animal shelter.