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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 Worst Episode
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    Animal Control Season 4 Episode 9 - Bats and Camels
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - Bats and Camels

    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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  2. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 3 - Cougars and Kangaroos
    5.9/10(10 votes)

    #2 - Cougars and Kangaroos

    S1:E3

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 5 - Hot Dogs and Lobsters
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Hot Dogs and Lobsters

    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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  4. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 7 - Ducks and Penguins
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Ducks and Penguins

    S3:E7

    When Emily faces mounting pressure from the head of Animal Control, Frank and Shred must finally wrangle the elusive escaped penguin Oreo; Victoria and Patel must deliver a dog across the border into Canada.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 8 - Party Animals
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Party Animals

    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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  6. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 1 - Weasels and Ostriches
    6.2/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Weasels and Ostriches

    S1:E1

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Animal Control Season 2 Episode 5 - Dogs and Chickens
    6.2/10(4 votes)

    #7 - Dogs and Chickens

    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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  8. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 2 - Rabbits and Pythons
    6.4/10(9 votes)

    #8 - Rabbits and Pythons

    S1:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 1 - Giraffes, Gorillas and Penguins
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #9 - Giraffes, Gorillas and Penguins

    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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  10. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 3 - Goats, Snakes, and Dogs
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - Goats, Snakes, and Dogs

    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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  11. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 9 - Retrievers and Fruit Bats
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Retrievers and Fruit Bats

    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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  12. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 10 - Strays and Lovebirds
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - Strays and Lovebirds

    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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  13. Animal Control Season 4 Episode 1 - Bear Cubs and Broncos
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - Bear Cubs and Broncos

    S4:E1

    Tensions erupt when the two rival animal control precincts are forced to merge due to budget cuts; Frank and Templeton clash during a bear cub rescue as they fight for control; Emily and Shred try to hide their romance from the team.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Animal Control Season 4 Episode 6 - Roosters and Moles
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - Roosters and Moles

    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 4 Episode 7 - Donkeys and Weasels
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - Donkeys and Weasels

    S4:E7

    Frank's dad temporarily moves into Frank's house following a heart attack. Meanwhile, Victoria and Patel try to find ways to replace pet food that was destroyed in a fire.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Animal Control Season 4 Episode 8 - Squirrels and Fat Cats
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - Squirrels and Fat Cats

    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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  17. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 6 - Buffalo and Beavers
    7.2/10(2 votes)

    #17 - Buffalo and Beavers

    S3:E6

    Frank's ongoing prank war with Templeton reaches new heights; Victoria intervenes when Emily tries to get closer on her relationship with Rick; Patel's job as interim supervisor goes sideways.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 4 - Dogs and Bears and Minks
    7.3/10(7 votes)

    #18 - Dogs and Bears and Minks

    S1:E4

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Animal Control Season 3 Episode 2 - Rattlers and Gators
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #19 - Rattlers and Gators

    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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  20. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 8 - Hellhounds and Sturgeons
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #20 - Hellhounds and Sturgeons

    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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  21. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 9 - Dogs and Geese
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #21 - Dogs and Geese

    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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  22. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 10 - Pigs and Minks
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #22 - Pigs and Minks

    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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  23. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 12 - Unicorns and Mountain Lions
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #23 - Unicorns and Mountain Lions

    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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  24. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 5 - Cows and Raccoons
    8.0/10(6 votes)

    #24 - Cows and Raccoons

    S1:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Animal Control Season 1 Episode 11 - Birds and Foxes
    8.0/10(6 votes)

    #25 - Birds and Foxes

    S1:E11

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Bats and Camels" is the worst rated episode of "Animal Control". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/2/2026. This episode scored 5.9 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Cougars and Kangaroos".