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The Best Episodes of Animal Control

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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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Animal Control Season 2 Episode 9 - Beagles and Lemurs
    7.9/10(243 votes)

    S2:E9

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Natasha Williams

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  2. Animal Control Season 2 Episode 7 - Skunks and Swans
    7.8/10(244 votes)

    S2:E7

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Animal Control Season 2 Episode 4 - Big Dogs and Mini Horses
    7.7/10(257 votes)

    S2:E4

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Animal Control Season 2 Episode 5 - Dogs and Chickens
    7.7/10(252 votes)

    S2:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Animal Control Season 2 Episode 8 - Bulls and Potbellies
    7.7/10(225 votes)

    S2:E8

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 5 - Hot Dogs and Lobsters
    7.6/10(228 votes)

    S3:E5

    Trivia night turns wild for Animal Control when Frank and Emily team up; Victoria's sister visits from New Zealand; Patel finally garners attention when he subs in as bartender.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 10 - Strays and Lovebirds
    7.6/10(203 votes)

    S3:E10

    On the day of the new kennel’s groundbreaking ceremony, Animal Control discover that they don’t have any dogs left for adoption and must scour the city to fill the kennel in time. Also, Frank is concerned when he realizes that he hasn’t heard from his dad in a while.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 9 - Dogs and Geese
    7.5/10(301 votes)

    S1:E9

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 12 - Unicorns and Mountain Lions
    7.5/10(300 votes)

    S1:E12

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Animal Control Season 2 Episode 1 - Raccoons and Mutts
    7.5/10(289 votes)

    S2:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Animal Control Season 2 Episode 3 - Tortoises and Labradors
    7.5/10(259 votes)

    S2:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Animal Control Season 2 Episode 6 - Bunnies and Veggies
    7.5/10(240 votes)

    S2:E6

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 3 - Goats, Snakes, and Dogs
    7.5/10(228 votes)

    S3:E3

    Frank is tasked with taking a dog to "the farm," but instead jailbreaks the pup to find it a new forever home; Victoria tries to teach Shred how to break the rules; Patel has a life-changing encounter with a therapy goat.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Animal Control Season 4 Episode 6 - Roosters and Moles
    7.5/10(160 votes)

    S4:E6

    When Templeton is nominated for Animal Control officer of the year, Frank sets out to rescue 24 animals in 24 hours. Victoria steps in for Shred after he's bitten by a kitten. Meanwhile, Templeton tries to sabotage Frank's mission.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 7 - Peacocks and Pumas
    7.4/10(322 votes)

    S1:E7

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

    Director:Jay Chandrasekhar
    Writers:Tad Quill, Dan Sterling

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  16. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 8 - Hellhounds and Sturgeons
    7.4/10(329 votes)

    S1:E8

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Animal Control Season 2 Episode 2 - Cats and Monkeys
    7.4/10(255 votes)

    S2:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 2 - Rattlers and Gators
    7.4/10(226 votes)

    S3:E2

    Afraid he won't play nice with her rich new benefactor, Emily tries to keep Frank away from her; Patel's newfound celebrity pushes Victoria's patience to the limit when he's chosen to throw out the first pitch at a minor league game.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 8 - Party Animals
    7.4/10(200 votes)

    S3:E8

    When Fiona breaks up with both Frank and Victoria, they throw a rager at her mansion in retaliation while Emily tries to figure out her employees’ secret relationships. Also, Patel’s vision for a quiet night in with Shred and Parker goes sideways.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Annie C. Wright

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  20. Animal Control Season 4 Episode 8 - Squirrels and Fat Cats
    7.4/10(150 votes)

    S4:E8

    Frank uncovers Emily and Shred's secret romance during a break-in at city supply. Meanwhile, Victoria and Patel confront his daughter's school bully.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Animal Control Season 4 Episode 9 - Bats and Camels
    7.4/10(147 votes)

    S4:E9

    Templeton and Frank compete for the endorsement of a legendary Animal Control officer in an effort to win Animal Control officer of the year. Meanwhile, Emily spirals when Shred goes on a date with Daisy's friend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Animal Control Season 5 Episode 1 - Seahawks and Piglets
    7.4/10(108 votes)

    S5:E1

    Frank leads the team in a work stoppage, but abandons his cause for the ultimate call - recovering the Seahawks' missing mascot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 10 - Pigs and Minks
    7.3/10(307 votes)

    S1:E10

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 1 - Giraffes, Gorillas, and Penguins
    7.3/10(255 votes)

    S3:E1

    The crew must contain a freak zoo break; Frank realizes that he needs to break up with Yasmin; Emily finds an unexpected benefactor in a celebrity businesswoman.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 9 - Retrievers and Fruit Bats
    7.3/10(195 votes)

    S3:E9

    Desperate to find a new benefactor for Emily's outdoor kennel initiative, Frank and Victoria appeal to an unlikely acquaintance; Shred and Isabelle pose as a married couple at the open house for Shred and Patel's flipped home.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Beagles and Lemurs" is the best rated episode of "Animal Control". It scored 7.9/10 based on 243 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Natasha Williams, it aired on 5/8/2024. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Skunks and Swans".