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.

Creators and Cast

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Bob Fisher

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Dan Sterling

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Rob Greenberg

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Joel McHale

Frank Shaw

Episodes

Season 1

12 episodes

S1 E1 · Weasels and Ostriches

2023-02-16

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

S1 E2 · Rabbits and Pythons

2023-02-23

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.

S1 E3 · Cougars and Kangaroos

2023-03-02

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

S1 E4 · Dogs and Bears and Minks

2023-03-09

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

S1 E5 · Cows and Raccoons

2023-03-16

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.

S1 E6 · Skunks and Llamas

2023-03-23

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

S1 E7 · Peacocks and Pumas

2023-03-30

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

S1 E8 · Hellhounds and Sturgeons

2023-04-06

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.

S1 E9 · Dogs and Geese

2023-04-13

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

S1 E10 · Pigs and Minks

2023-04-20

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.

S1 E11 · Birds and Foxes

2023-04-27

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.

S1 E12 · Unicorns and Mountain Lions

2023-05-04

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.

Season 2

9 episodes

S2 E1 · Raccoons and Mutts

2024-03-06

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.

S2 E2 · Cats and Monkeys

2024-03-13

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.

S2 E3 · Tortoises and Labradors

2024-03-20

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.

S2 E4 · Big Dogs and Mini Horses

2024-03-27

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.

S2 E5 · Dogs and Chickens

2024-04-10

No summary.

S2 E6 · Bunnies and Veggies

2024-04-17

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S2 E7 · Skunks and Swans

2024-04-24

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S2 E8 · Episode 8

2024-05-01

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S2 E9 · Pugs and Lemurs

2024-05-08

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