Category: Animal Services
City of Huntsville Municipal Offices Closed for Memorial Day
May 26, 2021
City of Huntsville municipal offices will be closed Monday, May 31, for Memorial Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, June 1. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of May 31-June 4. Monday’s collection will be picked up Tuesday, Tuesday’s will be Wednesday and so on. Parks & Recreation: All facilities are closed except the splash [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services reduces fee for ‘genetically adoptable’ pets
May 20, 2021
It’s become increasingly popular for pet owners to submit DNA tests to determine an animal’s breed, but Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) has taken away some of the guesswork by certifying its pets as 100% genetically adoptable. Starting Friday, May 21, adopters can take home a furry companion for as little as $10. There are more than 50 dogs, puppies, cats and kittens at the shelter in need of a temporary or [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville to drop masking, distancing requirements for vaccinated individuals
May 14, 2021
HUNTSVILLE – Beginning Monday, May 17, the City of Huntsville will not require fully vaccinated individuals to wear masks or practice social distancing measures in City buildings or offices. The decision mirrors newly issued guidance by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which says it’s safe for fully vaccinated individuals to not wear face coverings indoors in most cases. The White House and Congress announced it would also drop [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services offering retro prices for available pets
April 21, 2021
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is turning back the clock to the 1970s to help find “groovy” new homes for homeless cats and dogs. Fifty years ago, residents might have referred to the shelter as “the pound,” but today’s HAS is more advanced. What hasn’t changed, however, is it’s still easy and inexpensive to take home a furry companion. Adopters can take advantage of retro pricing starting at $10 and adopt a pet [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services offering adoption special through April 17
March 30, 2021
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is overflowing with dogs of every possible color, size and personality in need of a forever – or even temporary – home. For the next three weeks, through April 17, HAS is offering adoption fees as low as $10. The adoption package includes vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, microchip, a City license and a free bag of dog food. Some exemptions apply. If you’re unable to adopt a pet, consider [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Municipal Offices Closed for Good Friday
March 29, 2021
The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices and Municipal Court will be closed Friday, April 2, in observance of Good Friday. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, April 5. Huntsville Transit will operate a normal schedule for both Orbit fixed-route buses and Access paratransit services. Because garbage collection occurs Monday-Thursday, there will be no change to service. Recycling will also not be affected. All Huntsville Parks & Recreation facilities are closed, except the [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services offering March Madness adoption special
March 23, 2021
Is your family in need of a new furry team member? Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is offering adoption fees of $10 to $25 on select dogs as part of March Madness Week. The fee includes the same amenities as the regular adoption package – shots, spay/neuter surgery, microchip, a City license and a free bag of dog food. The promotion runs through Saturday, March 27. If you’re unable to adopt a pet [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services to close March 16 for staff training seminar
March 11, 2021
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) will close its doors to the public for one day next week as staff members and volunteers participate in a program that could lead to higher adoption rates. Next week, March 16-18, HAS will welcome Dogs Playing for Life, a Florida-based nonprofit that works with shelters on methods to reduce stress on shelter dogs through small playgroups. By reducing stress, dogs display fewer aggressive tendencies and have [ more ]
Read MoreAdopt a Pet for $5
March 4, 2021
Those who have a home to offer a furry friend can adopt one March 4 – 5 for the low cost of $5. Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is offering the promotion as part of its Adopt-A-Day sponsorship event. The $5 fee includes the same amenities as the regular adoption package – shots, spay/neuter surgery, microchip and a City license. Some pets may be exempt from the two-day special. The Adopt-A-Day promotion is [ more ]
Read MoreThis weekend only, bring home a new best friend for $5
February 25, 2021
Looking for a new best friend? Look no further than Huntsville Animal Services (HAS), which will offer a $5 adoption fee on all homeless dogs and cats Feb. 26-27. The $5 fee includes the same amenities as the regular adoption package – shots, spay/neuter surgery, microchip and a City license. Some pets may be exempt from the two-day special. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity. If you’re unable to adopt a [ more ]
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