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Animal Care Services is dedicated to making San Antonio a city in which every animal receives responsible care.

01/01/2025

Animal Care Services will be closed on Wednesday, January 1st, in observance of New Year’s Day. We will resume services and adoptions on Thursday, January 2nd at 11 a.m. Our Animal Care Officers will be on duty and responding to calls. All animal-related calls for service can be made by reporting to 3-1-1 by phone or online at saacs.info/311.

01/01/2025

FREE pet vaccinations + microchip clinics this weekend, Saturday, January 4th!

Highland Park, 901 Rigsby

Time: 9 am to 11 am

*Please note, services are for City of San Antonio residents only*.

In partnership with Animal Defense League Texas and Protect Your Pet, we’ll be hosting FREE pet vaccination and microchipping events every weekend throughout SA.

What to expect: Clinic services are available for City of San Antonio residents only. Limit to 100 pets served, 3 pets per household. All services are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring a current picture ID for address verification.

For your pets: All canines must remain collared and on a leash or in an appropriate carrier. All felines must remain in a carrier, one adult per carrier or two kittens per carrier. Each eligible pet 12 weeks or older will receive a 1-year Rabies vaccine. DHPP vaccines will be provided for canines. FVRCP vaccines will be provided for felines. Each pet receiving services must be microchipped or will receive a microchip at time of service.

Pet guardians are required to clean up after their pets. Per Chapter 5-19, animal guardians must keep their pets on leashes and pick up after them. Failure to do so can result in a citation or ticket.

31/12/2024

San Antonio Animal Care Services will be closing early on Tuesday, December 31st for New Years Eve. For any animal-related issues, contact us at 3-1-1 or saacs.info/311.

30/12/2024

Can you lend a helping paw? 🐾 Donations of dog & cat food are urgently needed to help families in need keep their beloved pets at home, where they belong.

By providing essential pet resources like food, we can help prevent pets from entering shelters and ensure they stay with the families who love them. Every donation makes a difference—not just for the pets, but for their people too. ❤️

🦴 How You Can Help:

Donate unopened bags of dog and/or cat food at our shelter, 4710 State Highway 151. Every bag helps keep pets and their families together. (treats welcomed as well!)

With your support, we can make an impact for families throughout San Antonio.

29/12/2024

A Holiday Miracle: Rosie is Back Home After 3 Long Years! ❤️ 🐾

In mid-December, the J family received a call they had almost given up hope on—their beloved Rosie had been found! Without hesitation, the J family dropped everything and rushed to ACS.

Rosie, now 10 years old, was adopted by the J family as a puppy in 2014. After escaping their yard, she had been missing for three years. But this holiday season, Rosie is finally back where she belongs—home with her loving family.

San Antonio Residents: Reunions like Rosie’s are made possible thanks to microchips! You can ensure your pet always has a way back to you by visiting one of our weekly vaccination and microchip clinics or scheduling a free microchip appointment at saacs.info/microchip.

28/12/2024

Ready to make 2025 the year you crush your resolutions - fur real this time? Whether it’s hitting your daily step goal, spending more time in nature, or bringing more joy and love into your life, a shelter pet is the perfect paw-rtner to help make it happen!

We’ve got pets of all sizes, energy levels, and personalities ready to meet their purrfect match. Start the new year by giving them the gift of a loving home—and letting them help you make your resolutions a reality!

✨ Our Howliday Adoption Special Includes:
- Waived adoption fees
- Spay/neuter surgery
- Registered microchip
- First round of vaccinations
- Training support

Make 2025 unforgettable. Stop by our shelter today and meet your new best friend!

28/12/2024

After overcoming injury, Trevor is ready to find a loving home where he can relax and continue to heal.

Trevor was found in early December by a caring resident after being injured, possibly in an animal attack. Knowing Trevor needed help, the resident called 3-1-1 for assistance, and Animal Care Officer Lucas brought him to ACS. Once here, our veterinary team provided much-needed care.

Over the past month, Trevor has been receiving the TLC he needed and healing nicely. Now, this friendly, affectionate cat is ready to find his furever family! Trevor is a total sweetheart who loves pets and attention and is looking for a human companion to curl up with on the couch while binge-watching their favorite shows.

He’s searching for a loving home where he can stay safe indoors, continue his recovery, and soak up all the love he deserves. Could he be your new best furiend? Visit ACS and meet Trevor today! 🐱💖

28/12/2024

Community Action Volunteers Needed on January 2nd!

Start 2025 by making a difference in your community! Be a part of this community initiative to create a more humane and safer San Antonio, one neighborhood at a time. Join us as we block-walk the Loma Park neighborhood. Volunteers will distribute door knockers, flyers, and essential pet resources to families in need, spreading awareness and support for responsible pet care practices.

If you’re quick-thinking, full of energy, and ready to take initiative this new year, this is your chance to make a pawsitive impact! This volunteer opportunity will be from 8:15am to 1:00pm on January 2nd. Email [email protected] to sign up today!

27/12/2024

Start the new year off right with our Puppy 101 Class! 🐾🎉 Whether you're a new puppy parent or just looking to refresh your skills, this class is the perfect way to set your pup up for success in 2025. Learn all about potty training, socialization, and more, so your furry friend can start the year off on the right paw!

📅 Date: Saturday, January 4th

⏰ Time: 10:30 AM to 12 PM

📍 Location: ACS

🔔 Important: Pet Parents Only, No Pets Please!

Kick off the year with this free, puppy-focused training session—no registration needed. Let’s make 2025 the best year yet for you and your pup! 🐶✨

27/12/2024

All healed up, Angel is looking to complete your family!

Back in September, Angel faced a terrifying ordeal when he was attacked by a pack of dogs that escaped their yard. Found lying on the ground and covered in wounds, Angel needed medical attention. Thanks to the swift actions of Animal Care Officers Duran and Stoner, he was brought to an emergency vet clinic and later transported to ACS’s veterinary clinic for continued medical care.

While Angel began to heal physically, his spirit remained gentle and loving. Officer Stoner couldn’t stop thinking about this sweet older pup and decided to foster him, giving Angel the safe, quiet space he needed to recover.

Now, three months later, Angel has blossomed. His wounds have healed and he’s ready to find the furever family who will love him as much as he loves them. Angel enjoys carrying squeaky toys with him wherever he goes, cuddling, and playing with his furry foster siblings. While he has moments of playful energy, he’s also a pro at lounging around the house—whether it’s a cozy box, a comfy bed, or your couch, Angel is happiest simply knowing he’s safe and loved.

After all he’s been through, Angel deserves a loving home to spend the rest of his golden years in. Could you be the one to give Angel the happy ending he’s been waiting for?

If you’re ready to add Angel to your family, email our team at [email protected] to learn more about adopting him!

26/12/2024

A week ago Monday, when Animal Care Officer Vega was off duty, they spotted a tiny kitten running away from a couple of dogs. Without hesitation, Officer Vega jumped into action and safely scooped up the little one, ending the chase and giving this kitten a chance at a better life.

This brave kitten, now named Oreo, was brought to ACS, where he found his forever home with the K family—on the very same day! 🏡❤️ Oreo’s journey may have started with a bit of adventure, but it ended with the love and safety he deserves.

A huge thank you to the K family for choosing to adopt a shelter pet in need and giving Oreo the loving home he deserves! We wish Oreo and his new family many years of happiness, cuddles, and purrs. 🐱💖

Thank you, Officer Vega, for making sure Oreo’s story had a happy ending!

25/12/2024

Animal Care Services will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th, in observance of Christmas Day. We will resume services and adoptions on Thursday, December 26th at 11 a.m. Our Animal Care Officers will be on duty and responding to calls. All animal-related calls for service can be made by reporting to 3-1-1 by phone or online at saacs.info/311.

24/12/2024

Holiday Cheer, One Meal at a Time! 🐾🎄

We are overwhelmed with gratitude for Amanda and her incredible group of family, friends, and coworkers who came together to bring the spirit of the holidays to our shelter pups in the most delicious way!

This amazing team prepared hundreds of home-cooked meals for our dogs, making sure each one felt extra loved this season. 🐶🍴 Amanda, who volunteers with multiple local animal organizations, has a huge heart for pets in need. Wanting to give back in an even greater way, she rallied her loved ones to share her passion and make this beautiful gesture a reality.

Thanks to Amanda and her crew, our pups enjoyed a holiday meal filled with love, warmth, and kindness. 💕✨

From the bottom of our hearts—and from all the wagging tails—thank you, Amanda, for being such a shining example of compassion and community! 🐕❤️

24/12/2024

San Antonio Animal Care Services will be closing early on Tuesday, December 24th for Christmas Eve. For any animal-related issues, contact us at 3-1-1 or saacs.info/311.

23/12/2024

A huge thank you to ACS Alum, Jazz, and her amazing family for making our Home for the Howlidays Adoption Fair extra special! 🐕✨

The E Family adopted Jazz from ACS back in 2020. Since then, they have frequented our events to show off how incredible shelter pets are and encouraging others to adopt as well.

So, when they arrived at our Home for the Howlidays Adoption Fair, they generously donated dozens of handmade ornaments to be given to newly adopted pets and their families. These thoughtful gifts were the perfect way to celebrate the start of their new lives together. 🏠❤️

Jazz, you and your family are truly incredible, and we’re so grateful for your kindness and creativity. Thank you for helping spread holiday cheer! 🐾🎁

22/12/2024

THANK YOU to Our Amazing Volunteers! 🌟

This year’s Home for the Howlidays Adoption Fair was a resounding success with more than 100 pets finding homes, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of our volunteers! 🎄🐾

We want to give a special shout-out to Lackland Air Force Base, the City of San Antonio - Municipal Government, and the volunteers from our local universities for lending their time, energy, and passion to help pets in need. With the help of 60+ volunteers, we were able to make this event truly unforgettable.

From setting up decorations and assisting potential adopters to caring for our furry friends, your dedication is what helps us save lives and find homes for pets who deserve all the love in the world. 💕

Thank you for making a difference and helping bring joy to both pets and families this holiday season! 🐕🐾🐈

21/12/2024

Profit over pups. It’s an ongoing problem making San Antonio’s animal issues even worse.

Backyard breeders who prioritize profit over an animal's well-being flood the community with unsterilized, unvaccinated, and, in many cases, unhealthy animals.

That's why a task force of Animal Care Services officers raided a hot spot for illegal puppy sellers near Poteet Jourdanton Highway this weekend. 24 puppies were seized in the enforcement action, and 21 criminal citations were issued in today's initiative.

It is against the law for pets to be sold on the side of the road, in parking lots or other unauthorized spaces. By law, any breeder who sells directly to the public (in person or online) must have and display all required litter and seller permits in their advertising.

Unsterilized and unvaccinated animals should take advantage of city vaccination and sterilization resources, which can be found at saacs.net. ACS plans additional raids on illegal sellers in the new year.

21/12/2024

All you need this holiday season is a little Miracle!🎄

This is Miracle, the sweetest, most playful kitty you'll ever meet! This brave girl came to ACS back in October with injuries that would have stopped most in their tracks. But not Miracle—she's a fighter with a heart full of love!

After overcoming health challenges and losing her sight, Miracle has proven that nothing can hold her back. She’s as playful as ever, batting around her favorite toys and chasing her ball like the spirited little athlete she is.

Don’t let her lack of eyesight deter you! Blind kitties are just as capable as sighted ones. They thrive with slow and gradual introductions into new environments. Using their hearing, sense of smell, and whiskers, they are often able to expertly navigate around and do all the things normal cats do.

Miracle is now ready for her next big adventure, finding a loving, permanent home where she can shine bright like the star she is. Stop by and meet this incredible kitty today. With our Holiday Weekend waived adoption fee special going on, now is the purrfect time to adopt!❤️

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Tuesday	11:00 - 19:00
Wednesday	11:00 - 19:00
Thursday	11:00 - 19:00
Friday	11:00 - 19:00
Saturday	11:00 - 17:00
Sunday	11:00 - 17:00

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Join us today for Home for the Howlidays!

Update: All the pets featured in this video have been adopted! 🎉 -- With all of these adorable faces and incredible adoption perks, why wouldn’t you find your next best furiend at ACS? #HomeForTheHowlidays

Black Furday going on now!

Join us for Dogtober today until 7:30 PM!!🐶🐈‍⬛🎃

Dogtober Live Entertainment

Who’s ready to PAWty? We’re thrilled to have live performances by JoiLux Band for our first-ever Dogtober Festival! Come on out, enjoy the fall fun, and who know, you the new dance pawtner you’ve been missing!😉

🐾🎉 Shoutout to the amazing middle schooler Mikayla for using her creativity and love for animals to help promote our Dogtober Adoption Festival this weekend! 🐶🎨 Mikayla's newest animation highlights all the fun and excitement you can expect, from meeting adorable adoptable pets to enjoying family-friendly activities. We are so grateful for Mikayla’s passion and talent—her hard work is helping shelter pets find their forever homes! 💕 Join us this Saturday at ACS for our Dogtober Adoption & Fall Festival and make it a weekend to remember! 🐕💛

Get ready for cuteness overload! Our amazing ACS team member and foster mom, Alexis, is here to show us how she keeps her foster kitten, Dill, looking and feeling his best. 😻 In this video, you’ll see Dill enjoying his grooming routine—a purrfect habit to get into when caring for a kitten! Regular grooming not only keeps your kitten looking sharp, but it also contributes to their overall health and well-being. Plus, it’s a great way to bond with your furry friend! Watch Dill’s grooming routine and get inspired to pamper your own foster fur-iend! As we gear up for our “Dogtober” adoption festival on October 26, you can make a difference by providing a temporary home for pets in need right now. To become an event foster, visit: saacs.info/dogtoberfoster

🎉 Big shoutout to Mikayla, one of our amazing Middle School Volunteers, for creating another incredible animation! This time, she’s brought Bindi to life in the most adorable way. 🐾✨ Bindi is a friendly, smart, and playful pup currently in foster care, and she’s looking for her furever home! 🏡 If you’re interested in making Bindi a part of your family, please email our team at [email protected]. Thank you, Mikayla, for your creativity and dedication to helping our pets find loving homes! ❤️

🎬✨ Middle-schooler Volunteer Mikayla is at it again! Mikayla has created another adorable animation video featuring our wonderful adoptable dogs: Bri, Faith, and Jeffrey! 🐶❤️ In this heartwarming video, you'll see the playful and loving personalities of these three amazing dogs. Mikayla's creativity and passion for helping our furry friends shine through, making this a must-watch! Meet the Stars: 🐶 Bri: A joyful pup who loves playtime and toys. 🐶 Faith: A gentle and affectionate companion looking for a forever home. 🐶 Jeffrey: A playful and friendly dog who can't wait to meet his new family. Join us in celebrating Mikayla's efforts by coming to meet Bri, Faith, and Jeffrey in person. They are eagerly waiting for their forever homes, and you might just be their perfect match! 🏡❤️ Visit us and bring home a new furry friend today!

Cinnamon has been in our care for 111 days, and we are determined to find her a loving forever home. This adorable pup is not only potty trained but also gets along fantastically with other playful dogs. She's cute, lovable, and ready to bring joy to your life! ✨ Special thanks to Mikayla, an aspiring animator and one of our amazing ACS volunteers, who created this heartwarming animation after hearing Cinnamon's story. Mikayla and her parents are dedicated to helping Cinnamon find her dream family. Help us make Mikayla and Cinnamon's dream come true! If you’re considering adding an adorable, friendly pup to your family, visit our shelter to meet Cinnamon today! 🏡❤️

Playgroup Fun!

Today was a blast at our play group! Nearly a dozen furry friends, including Belle, Harley, Luna, Tania, Meadow, and Jeffrey, had a paws-itively amazing time out of their kennels. They ran, splashed in the pool, and had a tail-wagging good time playing together. 🌟 These lovable pups need homes! Please, please, please consider adopting or fostering to give them the love they deserve. Sign up to foster by visiting saacs.info/foster 🐶💕

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