Who do I call to help me find my lost pet?
If you have lost a pet, visit the City of Arlington Animal Services
shelter at least every other day. Visiting is best, as opposed to
calling, because you have a chance to actually view the animals at the
shelter. Stray pets are held for a minimum of 72 hours then placed
into the adoption program, donated to a rescue group, or euthanized if
it is non-adoptable. Animal Services also has a phone list available
of all animals impounded by each business day.
If your pet is wearing a city license or a rabies vaccination tag,
Animal Services will attempt to return your animal to you prior to
impoundment.
The City of Arlington Animal Services’ shelter is located at 5920
West Pioneer Parkway in Arlington. The shelter’s hours are 10 a.m.
to 6:45 p.m., Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on
Saturday. For more information, please call 817-451-3436.
The City of Arlington Animal Services shelter is the only animal
shelter in
the Arlington area. If
your lost pet is not at the shelter, you may also visit the Humane
Society of North Texas, 1840 East Lancaster Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas
76103, 817-332-5367 or the SPCA of Texas, 362 South Industrial
Boulevard, Dallas, Texas 76111, 214-651-9611.
Where can I adopt a pet?
Animals are available for adoption at the Animal Shelter located at
5920 West Pioneer Parkway in Arlington. The shelter’s hours are 10
a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Saturday. For more information, contact Animal Services at
817-451-3436.
By city ordinance, the city’s Animal Services shelter holds stray
animals for 72-hours, pending reclamation by the owner. After the
72-hour period, the pet becomes available for adoption. This time
period does not include holidays and Sundays.
To adopt a pet from the shelter, simply remove the identification
card from the front of its cage and take it to the receptionist in the
Administration Building for processing.
The cost of adoption for Arlington residents is:
(you will receive a $25 coupon for a Veterinarian to spade or
neuter the pet and a $10 coupon for rabies vaccination)
Who do I call to get rid of the stray dogs
in my neighborhood?
To report a stray dog or cat, contact Animal Services at
817-451-3436.
Do I need to register my pets with the
city?
Yes, your dog or cat is required to be licensed annually. Proof of
current rabies vaccination and a small fee ($10 unaltered, $5 altered)
is required.
You can get an application for registration at your veterinarian’s
office. Or, you can bring proof of vaccination along with the name of
your veterinarian to the Animal Services’ shelter located at 5920
West Pioneer Parkway.
For more information contact Animal Services at 817-451-3436.
Are there restrictions on the kind of
animals that I can have?
Yes, restrictions vary depending on type of animal (i.e., fowls,
potbelly pigs, exotics, livestock prohibited). Wild animals of any
kind are not allowed.
For specific questions, contact Animal Services at 817-451-3436.
Is there a leash law in the City of
Arlington? If so, what are the rules?
Yes, there is a leash law on dogs and cats. They must be on a leash
or in an enclosure at all times. This includes your own property. If
your yard is not fenced your pet must be on a leash. If your animal is
not on a leash you could be issued a ticket for having an
animal-at-large.
How do I get a dead animal picked up in my
neighborhood?
For a deceased animal pickup, contact Animal Services at
817-451-3436.
If possible, bag the animal and place it close to the curb.
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