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
Animal Services Highlights
Meet "Ranger" the First Cleo Award Winner!
The first Cleo Award winner for November 2008 went to
Ranger. Ranger is a sweet, loving dog that was recently
adopted by the Thomas family from the Arlington Animal
Services Center. Ranger has captured the hearts of and has
made a perfect match for his new family. Read
the story about Ranger Read
about adoption requirements View
a list of all our adoptable pets
The New 2009 Arlington Animal Services Calendar Is Now
Available Looking for the purr-fect holiday gift for an animal lover?
The 2009 Animal Services calendar features DeVille and
Barney on the front cover and offers month after month of
enjoyment for the upcoming year. Read
more (pdf) 2009 Calendar
Order Form (pdf)
Beginning
Tuesday, January 15, 2008, a new fee schedule becomes effective for various
health, animal, transportation and code enforcement services provided in the
City of Arlington. Many of the additions and adjustments provide incentives for increasing the
standards in Arlington to help make neighborhoods more safe and attractive. View
the resolution (pdf)
Donate to Partnerships for
Arlington Arlington citizens now have the
opportunity to personally contribute to strengthening
Arlington’s quality of life. By choosing to donate either a
onetime gift or a monthly recurring donation, you will be
donating toward the future of Arlington. View
the flyer and donation form (pdf)