City of Arlington, TX - Animal Services

City of Arlington, TX - Animal Services The official City of Arlington Animal Services Center page. Contact us via phone or email for pet inquiries. Not Local to Arlington?

Our goal is to encourage responsible pet ownership by offering licensing programs, field enforcement services, and educational programs for Arlington citizens. The care of stray and unwanted animals and the eradication of rabies from the community’s animal population are critical to successful operation. We provide services to the citizens of Arlington for the following:

Stray animals
Animal bit

es
Wildlife/exotics
Nuisances:
- Barking
- Odor
Loose livestock
Animal cruelty
Public education programs:
- Schools
- Day cares
- Adult groups
- Utility companies
Injured animals
Deceased animal pickup

THIS PAGE IS NOT MONITORED ON A REGULAR BASIS. FOR URGENT MATTERS PLEASE CONTACT THE SHELTER DIRECTLY. ADOPTION PROCESS

The Arlington Animal Services Center (ASC) adoption program is open to anyone wishing to adopt a pet. The adoption process is simple.

- Visit the ASC or view available animals online at www.petango.com/arlingtonanimals


- Select an adoptable pet


- Complete the Pre-Adoption & Sterilization Agreement in person to have the selected pet scheduled for the next available spay/neuter appointment, unless already altered


- Pick up the pet post-surgery, usually the following business day between 4-6 p.m. The adoption fee is $100 to adopt a dog and $90 to adopt a cat, which includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip, appropriate testing (Heartworm or Cat Combo), and city license for Arlington residents. Interested in Adopting an Animal on Stray Hold?

- Visit the ASC in person with a valid form of identification and complete an adoption interest card. Pet adoption is possible, with the following steps:

- Locate and arrange for an adoption placement partner (rescue group) to tag the animal

- Work through the chosen group to adopt the pet

Find most area rescue groups listed on Petfinder.com under Find Area Welfare Groups

Not Able to Adopt? You Can Still Help

- Volunteer - Interested in volunteering? Please visit the city website at http://www.arlington-tx.gov/animals/volunteer-opportunities-projects/ for more information.


- Foster – The ASC has a Foster Pet Program for Arlington residents. Get involved by becoming a registered volunteer and attend a Foster Pet Program Orientation.


- Foster for an Adoption Placement Partner – The ASC’s approved Adoption Placement Partners are always looking for foster pet homes. If you live outside the City of Arlington, this may be another option for you to become a foster pet parent.


- Donate – Interested in donating directly to the shelter? Visit http://www.arlington-tx.gov/animals/donations/ to learn more about the ASC’s needs and options for making a donation. Each animal adoption includes the following:

Spay or neuter

City license

Microchip

Core vaccines

Rabies vaccine

Heartworm/FeLV/FIV testing services

Address

1000 SE Green Oaks Boulevard
Arlington, TX
76018

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+18174595898

Website

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Our goal is to encourage responsible pet ownership by offering licensing programs, field enforcement services, and educational programs for Arlington citizens. The care of stray and unwanted animals and the eradication of rabies from the community’s animal population are critical to successful operation. We provide services to the citizens of Arlington for the following: Stray animals Animal bites Wildlife/exotics Nuisances: - Barking - Odor Loose livestock Animal cruelty Public education programs: - Schools - Day cares - Adult groups - Utility companies Injured animals Deceased animal pickup THIS PAGE IS MONITORED ON A REGULAR BASIS, HOWEVER IT IS NOT MONITORED 24/7. FOR URGENT MATTERS PLEASE CONTACT THE SHELTER DIRECTLY. PHONE NUMBER : 817.459.5898 EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]

FOR AFTER HOURS EMERGENCIES PLEASE CALL 9-1-1. ADOPTION PROCESS While the services we provide are for Arlington residents, The Arlington Animal Services Center (ASC) adoption program is open to anyone wishing to adopt a pet. The adoption process is simple. - Visit the Animal Services Center located at 1000 SE Green Oaks Blvd. Arlington, TX or view available animals online at www.arlingtontx.gov/adoptablepets. Adoption of animals is on a first come, first serve basis.


  • Individuals must be at least 18 years of age to adopt and to meet with adoptable pets.

  • Each family is allowed to meet with two pets per day. We recommend visiting the online website to view animals available for adoption, and to help learn more about our pets and narrow down your selections prior to coming to the shelter.