The BEST episodes of Animal Control

Every episode of Animal Control ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Animal Control!

A group of local animal control workers' lives are complicated by the fact that animals are simple, but humans are not. Leading the crew is Frank, an opinionated, eccentric animal control officer who may not have gone to college but is still the most well-read person in the room. In his past life as a cop, Frank tried to expose corruption in his department, but his efforts got him fired, leaving him cynical and curmudgeonly. Despite his rough exterior, he is blessed with an almost superhuman ability to understand animals.

Last Updated: 12/19/2024Network: FOXStatus: Continuing
Unicorns and Mountain Lions
star
7.61
171 votes

#1 - Unicorns and Mountain Lions

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/4/2023

When the precinct's beloved mountain lion C-38 dies, Frank takes it especially hard. Shred tries to break up with Camilla before he ruins his chances with Emily.

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Beagles and Lemurs
star
7.56
149 votes

#2 - Beagles and Lemurs

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/8/2024

Frank's investigation reaches a thrilling conclusion, only for an unexpected twist to throw his victory into question. Emily finds herself in an awkward position when she realizes she still has feelings for Shred.

Directors: Clark Mathis
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Skunks and Swans
star
7.53
154 votes

#3 - Skunks and Swans

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/24/2024

Frank and Shred head to a country club to take on an aggressive swan that Frank has a history with. At the golf course, Shred has a meet-cute with a mysterious woman. Emily makes a mistake that results in Victoria having very little time to prepare for her big citizenship exam. Patel enlists his father to help Victoria cram for the test.

Directors: Molly McGlynn
Writer: Emily Towers
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Big Dogs and Mini Horses
star
7.46
157 votes

#4 - Big Dogs and Mini Horses

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/27/2024

Frank is frustrated when Emily, who is a stickler for rules, accompanies him on an official Animal Control ride along but she ends up being an unlikely partner in his exotic animal ring investigation. Victoria and Patel go on a call to a local baseball stadium, where they discover Victoria's unique talent could be just the thing she needs to get her immigration visa. Shred and Patel become owners of their flip house and want to celebrate by throwing a party - unfortunately they pick the worst possible day to do it.

Directors: Natalia Anderson
Writer: David Feeney
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Cats and Monkeys
star
7.46
168 votes

#5 - Cats and Monkeys

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/13/2024

Shred's on the rebound, but Frank doesn't share his newfound enthusiasm for dating. Emily enlists the team's help beating Templeton's precinct in an animal adoption competition. Patel stumbles on an investment opportunity, and Victoria waits on the world's longest phone hold to set up her citizenship test.

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Bunnies and Veggies
star
7.46
156 votes

#6 - Bunnies and Veggies

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/17/2024

When Frank gets frustrated trying to meet women on dating apps, he asks Emily to set him up on an old-fashioned meet-in-person date. When they learn how expensive contractors are, Shred and Patel decide to start renovations on their investment property themselves and immediately run into problems.

Directors: Molly McGlynn
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Hellhounds and Sturgeons
star
7.44
183 votes

#7 - Hellhounds and Sturgeons

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/6/2023

Victoria and Patel encounter Fish and Game officers while on a call. Animal Control dispatch radios with a report of an aggressive attack dog on the loose.

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Peacocks and Pumas
star
7.43
180 votes

#8 - Peacocks and Pumas

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/30/2023

Frank and Victoria stakeout a squawking peacock. Emily and Patel attend to Shred.

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Bulls and Potbellies
star
7.42
146 votes

#9 - Bulls and Potbellies

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/1/2024

Frank and Emily get a break in their exotic animal ring case. Shred and Rick bond over their romantic woes. Victoria and Patel’s father accidentally kiss.

Directors: Clark Mathis
Writer: Jen Jackson
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Raccoons and Mutts
star
7.39
173 votes

#10 - Raccoons and Mutts

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/6/2024

When Shred wallows over Emily's blossoming relationship with Rick, Frank decides to cheer him up with a special "Shred's Day" adventure. The group is shocked to learn Victoria is in a green card marriage, and her 'husband' wants a divorce. Emily spins out when she discovers that Animal Control Officers are not considered "essential workers," and Patel tries desperately to satisfy his pregnant wife's craving for movie theater popcorn.

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Skunks and Llamas
star
7.39
189 votes

#11 - Skunks and Llamas

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/23/2023

Emily and Victoria assist Dr. Summers with an alpaca birth. Frank and Patel visit Frank’s dad Jimmy.

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Pigs and Minks
star
7.39
171 votes

#12 - Pigs and Minks

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/20/2023

The team welcomes back Patel even though he is still on suspension. Shred and Victoria are called into the principal's office on a school visit. Rick heads back into the field with Frank.

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Birds and Foxes
star
7.39
174 votes

#13 - Birds and Foxes

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/27/2023

Frank battles with the idea of getting older when Templeton benches him on the basketball team. Rick asks Emily out on a date, just as Shred realizes he might have a thing for her.

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Dogs and Chickens
star
7.36
161 votes

#14 - Dogs and Chickens

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/10/2024

When Emily hires expert dog trainer Roman Park to help with the kennel dogs, Roman ends up disrupting the office dynamics. Frank is challenged for his long-held union rep position by Patel. Shred learns Bettany doesn't like him, so he sets out to figure out why and win her over. Emily must stand up to the neighbor who is complaining about the barking dogs.

Writer: Sam Shanker
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Tortoises and Labradors
star
7.35
164 votes

#15 - Tortoises and Labradors

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/20/2024

Frank unearths an illegal animal smuggling ring while Shred's first night shift introduces him to the world of Furry parties. Victoria has a secret admirer, and Emily is hellbent on helping her figure out who it is. Patel and Templeton get stuck working together for the day.

Directors: Natalia Anderson
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Dogs and Geese
star
7.31
180 votes

#16 - Dogs and Geese

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/13/2023

Animal Control dispatch radios with a goose on the loose. The precinct hosts an adoption day.

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Cougars and Kangaroos
star
7.29
221 votes

#17 - Cougars and Kangaroos

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/2/2023

Animal Control dispatch radios with a cougar sighting. Amit squares off with a kangaroo.

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Dogs and Bears and Minks
star
7.24
205 votes

#18 - Dogs and Bears and Minks

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/9/2023

Animal Control receives a 9-1-1 call on a bear in a hot tub. Frank questions his night with Dolores.

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Cows and Raccoons
star
7.19
190 votes

#19 - Cows and Raccoons

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/16/2023

Frank and Shred respond to a call of a distressed cow at a fraternity house. Patel learns a wholesome detail about Victoria’s personal life.

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Rabbits and Pythons
star
7.12
272 votes

#20 - Rabbits and Pythons

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/23/2023

A tech geek tells Frank his rabbits got into his special chocolate bars. Frank and Shred find a python wrapped around a man's neck.

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Weasels and Ostriches
star
7.00
324 votes

#21 - Weasels and Ostriches

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/16/2023

Shred encounters a wild weasel in an attic. Frank slips his Slim Jim in Shred’s back pocket as they approach a dozen ostriches.

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