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Adopt, don’t shop at Animal Services pet special

June 2, 2019 Click to view Adopt, don?t shop at Animal Services pet special

Huntsville Animal Services is offering a $10 adoption special, June 3-15, on adult pets at the Shelter. Anyone looking for a family pet is encouraged to visit the Animal Shelter instead of purchasing a pet through a breeder. The dogs and cats at the shelter need a second chance of a happy home. Please visit and adopt and save a life!  The adoption fee includes spay or neuter surgery, rabies and [ more ]

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Fee-Waived Pet Adoptions at Huntsville Animal Services on Saturday, May 18

May 17, 2019 Click to view Fee-Waived Pet Adoptions at Huntsville Animal Services on Saturday, May 18

Huntsville Animal Services continues to operate at capacity with dozens of homeless dogs and cats looking for forever homes.  On Saturday, May 18, most of the dogs and cats at the shelter will be available for free, in an effort to expediently find good homes for as many shelter pets as possible. Restrictions may apply for some pets. The adoption package includes spay or neuter surgery, rabies and other vaccinations, microchip [ more ]

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Race to Adopt a Pet During Animal Services Derby Days 

April 22, 2019 Click to view Race to Adopt a Pet During Animal Services Derby Days 

Huntsville Animal Services is off to the races to find homes for the 15-20 pets that are brought in to the Shelter every day.  You can help by adopting a dog or cat for only $5 during the Shelter’s “Derby Days” adoption special April 22 through May 4. Restrictions may apply on some pets. Adopt a special dog or cat as part of your family and help save a pet’s life. The adoption [ more ]

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It’s a Full House at Huntsville Animal Services

April 17, 2019 Click to view It?s a Full House at Huntsville Animal Services

Huntsville Animal Services has more than 80 animals in the Shelter and more are coming in each day.  Starting now, April 17 through Saturday, April 20, Animal Services needs the community’s help. Please stop by the Shelter and adopt a pet for FREE during our ‘Full House’ emergency special. Exceptions may apply on some pets. The Shelter is full with no space for any other pets.  There are so many loving dogs [ more ]

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Mandatory Spay Neuter Pet Ordinance Helps Reduce Homeless Pet Population 

April 12, 2019 Click to view Mandatory Spay Neuter Pet Ordinance Helps Reduce Homeless Pet Population 

Huntsville Animal Services reminds the public it is enforcing the City’s mandatory spay/neuter ordinance approved in October 2018. The Huntsville City Council adopted Ordinance No. 18-952, Section 20 (b) where all animals impounded by Huntsville Animal Services will have mandatory sterilization and microchipping. It is important that pet owners understand the new law and that if their dog or cat is impounded at the City of Huntsville Animal Services, that animal [ more ]

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Game Time: “Wheel of Bones – Spin and Adopt” from Animal Services

April 7, 2019 Click to view Game Time: ?Wheel of Bones ? Spin and Adopt? from Animal Services

Huntsville Animal Services is sheltering dogs in many different colors and breeds that need a safe and loving home. This week, the Shelter is featuring an adoption special to promote the variety of pets available. Its time to play Wheel of Bones – Spin and Adopt! Take a chance at the spinning wheel and adopt a dog or cat for $20, $15, $10, or free, sta rting April 8 and ending April 19.  Restrictions may apply on some pets. The special adoption [ more ]

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Fool For Love – April’s Pet Adoption Special

April 1, 2019 Click to view Fool For Love ? April?s Pet Adoption Special

No fooling, Huntsville Animal Services receives an average of 15 homeless pets every day at the Shelter.  These loveable animals easily win the hearts of staff, but what they want and need is a permanent home. To help make that happen, we’re offering a “Fool for Love” adoption special from April 1-6. Most adult dogs and cats are only $20 to adopt. Restrictions may apply on some pets. The adoption package [ more ]

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Join Mayor Battle and turn a Working lunch into a Walking lunch!

March 27, 2019 Click to view Join Mayor Battle and turn a Working lunch into a Walking lunch!

Healthy Huntsville and the City of Huntsville are partnering with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama to celebrate National Walk @Lunch Day on Wednesday, April 3 between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., in Big Spring Park. Mayor Tommy Battle will lead a kick-off walk at 11 a.m., followed by three group walks scheduled at 30-minute intervals. After the walkabouts, participants will discover more healthy activities, free samples, and enjoy demonstrations from [ more ]

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Name Your Price Pet Adoptions – Help Empty the Shelter!

March 12, 2019 Click to view Name Your Price Pet Adoptions ? Help Empty the Shelter!

Huntsville Animal Services is filled to capacity with too many dogs and cats needing a safe and loving home. The community can help through a “Name Your Price” pet adoption special from March 12 through March 23.  Stop by the Shelter, select a pet, name your price, and take home a new best friend. Restrictions may apply on some pets. The adoption special includes rabies and other annual vaccinations, microchip for pet identification, spay or neuter surgery to help with pet [ more ]

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Pet Appreciation Week

February 28, 2019 Click to view Pet Appreciation Week

Dogs and cats add so much to the lives of their owners. They serve as therapists, alarm clocks, and personal trainers. In recognition of the unconditional love and joy that pets bring, Huntsville Animal Services is offering special adoption fees during its Pet Appreciation Week. Starting Friday, March 1, through Saturday, March 9, dogs 40 pounds or more are $10 to adopt. Restrictions may apply on some pets. The special adoption fee includes [ more ]

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