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Bring home Santa’s little helper from Animal Services this holiday season
December 12, 2024This holiday season, Huntsville Animal Services invites the community to bring home Santa’s little helper by adopting or fostering a pet in need. From now through Dec. 24, adoption fees will be waived on most adult dogs. The campaign aims to place pets into loving homes during one of the most heartwarming times of the year. Whether you’re ready to make a lifelong commitment or open your home temporarily, Animal Services [ more ]
Read MoreFoster a turkey taster from Huntsville Animal Services this Thanksgiving
November 21, 2024The turkey often takes center stage in Thanksgiving celebrations, but for many cooks, there’s the constant worry of whether it’s overcooked or undercooked. Luckily, Huntsville Animal Services has dozens of certified turkey tasters eager to spend the long holiday weekend with you and weigh in on the quality of your feast. While adoption is always an option, fostering helps reduce the stress dogs experience in the shelter and allows them to [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle appoints new Huntsville Animal Services director
November 8, 2024Huntsville Animal Services will soon be under new leadership following Mayor Tommy Battle’s appointment of John Fischer as the new director. John Fischer’s appointment as department head was the only new appointment in a resolution that received unanimous approval from the City Council. In addition to Fischer, 28 other department heads were reappointed as part of the resolution. Fischer, who has worked in animal welfare for 24 years, will begin his new [ more ]
Read MoreGet ready for a fur-ightfully good time in October with Huntsville Animal Services
October 15, 2024Celebrate a fur-ightfully fun month with Huntsville Animal Services with two community events and waived adoption fees on most adult pets. The fun starts Saturday, Oct. 19, with a Pawsitive Outreach Community Event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tractor Supply, 3240c Memorial Pkwy. NW. The event is designed to support pet owners and encourage responsible pet ownership while having fun. Animal Services staff will hand out spay/neuter vouchers, goody “wag” [ more ]
Read MorePaws and Play: Celebrate Huntsville Music Month with free pet adoptions
September 18, 2024In celebration of Huntsville Music Month, Huntsville Animal Services and the Huntsville Music Office are teaming up to offer free adoptions on most adult pets from Sept. 18-28. The “Paws and Play” promotion is the perfect opportunity to find a new four-legged companion while showing support for Huntsville’s creative spirit. “It’s an exciting time for music in Huntsville, and the best way to enjoy the rhythms of our vibrant music scene is [ more ]
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