County shelter · 1820 Princeton Rd., Hamilton, OH 45011
Checked Nov 4, 2026 on the clinic's website · How we check
The short version
Butler County shelter in Hamilton. Walk in for a $20 microchip during open hours. Low-cost euthanasia and a free pet food pantry are for low-income Butler County residents, by appointment.
Walk in for some services, book ahead for others
Not for everyone: check who qualifies below
Prices are on their site (3 listed below)
Who can use it
Microchips are for anyone. Low-cost euthanasia is only for Butler County residents on government aid; bring proof. The food pantry is for low-income Butler County residents or those in a short-term crisis, with proof.
Euthanasia: owner cannot be present, but may view the pet after
Food pantry: up to four spayed or neutered pets per home, for up to three months
Food pantry: pets not yet fixed get one month of food
How to get in
Microchip: walk in during open hours. Euthanasia: call 513.867.5727 ext. 9 or email to book and ask the price. Food pantry: call 513.887.3616 to book, and leave your pets at home.
Open Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4:30pm. Wednesday and Thursday, noon to 6pm. Closed major holidays. Food pantry: Tuesdays 1 to 3pm, Thursdays 3 to 5pm, Saturdays 1 to 3pm, by appointment.
What it costs
Microchip
$20
Pet food pantry
Free
Drop-off of a pet that died at home
$25
Pay with: cash, credit cards
What they do
Microchipping, no appointment needed
Euthanasia services performed by trained technicians, by appointment only, for low-income Butler County residents
Pet Food Pantry for Butler County residents
For dogs, cats.
Good to know
For euthanasia, bring valid proof of government assistance. Some donated food bags may be torn.
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