Category: Animal Services
We’re full – again. The uphill battle to save lives at the Animal Shelter
October 5, 2016
“Why are you still here?” exclaims Dr. Karen Hill Sheppard, director of Huntsville Animal Services as she looks into the cages in the shelter lobby, spying an orange tabby kitten, all head and meow, a regal tortoise-shell and a gray kitten stretching his arm through the bars. Good question. How these adorable faces didn’t go home with somebody during a weekend pet adoption availability is a mystery. But, good news: As the years [ more ]
Read MoreHealthy Huntsville Walking Challenge Joins Botanical Garden Fidos After 5
September 26, 2016
The Healthy Huntsville team is offering another opportunity to log miles in the Mayor’s 100 Mile – 100 Day Walking Challenge at the Botanical Garden “Fidos After 5” weekly event. Parks & Recreation and Animal Services are partnering with Huntsville Botanical Garden to host a one-mile dog friendly walk on Thursday, September 29, at 5:30 p.m. Walkers may bring their dogs for a round of exercise, or host one of the [ more ]
Read More‘Big White Tent’ Pet Adoption Event This Weekend at PetSmart on Carl T. Jones Drive
September 14, 2016
Huntsville Animal Services is participating in this weekend’s ‘Big White Tent’ Pet Adoption event sponsored by PetSmart Charities and A New Leash on Life, a local animal rescue group. Other surrounding county animal shelters are also participating. The event will include a large selection of dogs, cats, puppies and kittens available for adoption. The adoption fees range from $10 to $95. The event starts on Friday, September 16, from 1 p.m. to [ more ]
Read MoreLabor Day Special: No Fee Pet Adoption for Two Days Only
August 31, 2016
Labor Day celebrates the achievement and spirit of the American workforce. And, no one works harder to love us unconditionally than our pets, so this Labor Day the Huntsville Animal Shelter is offering a ‘NO-FEE’ adoption event on Thursday and Friday, September 1 and 2. Visit the Shelter on these two days to select from over 100 pets in need of loving families! All cat and dog adoptions during this special [ more ]
Read MoreCommunity Wide – One Day – Pet Adoption Extravaganza
August 25, 2016
Huntsville Animal Services is joining area pet rescue groups in sponsoring a community wide, one day, pet adoption event on Saturday, August 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Huntsville Jaycee Building in John Hunt Park, 2180 Jaycee Way. Shelter pets will be available for a low adoption fee of $8 for cats and kittens, and $27 for dogs and puppies. This includes rabies and other vaccinations, spay or neuter surgery, license, and microchip for pet identification. Restrictions [ more ]
Read MoreVote and Adopt! Election Day Pet Special
August 21, 2016
It’s our patriotic responsibility to get out and vote. The dogs, cats, puppies and kittens at Huntsville Animal Services are encouraging registered voters to get to the polls on Municipal Election Day, Tuesday, August 23, by offering an election day special. Vote for the candidate of your choice and adopt the pet of your dreams on Monday and Tuesday, August 22 and 23, when all dogs over 40 pounds may be adopted for $10 and all cats and kittens for $9. As an [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services – Big Dogs, Small Cats – Only $10 in June!
June 19, 2016
Huntsville Animal Services is promoting $10 adoptions for its big dogs, over 40 pounds, and adult cats during the month of June. The fee includes everything a regular adoption fee comprises – shots, spay/neuter, microchip and city license. Adopt a canine at Huntsville Animal Services and receive a free bag of pet food while supplies last! The shelter is located at 4950 Triana Boulevard, Huntsville 35805. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday [ more ]
Read MoreCity Opens 4th Dog Park in Hampton Cove
June 8, 2016
The City of Huntsville opened its fourth dog park today in the Hampton Cove area. The property, at 265 Wade Road, backs up to the greenway at the Hays Nature Preserve and provides a beautiful play area for dogs to run along with picnic tables and sunshades for the pet owners. There is a divided area for large and small dogs and water access for the thirsty canines. “Thanks to Mayor [ more ]
Read MoreDiscover the love of life at the Shelter
February 1, 2016
This Valentine’s Day, meet the love of your life at the Shelter – Friends of Huntsville Animal Services. From now through Valentines, many of our adult dogs and cats may be adopted for a sweet $14. Puppies and kittens are just $50. Adoption fee includes vaccinations, microchip, city license, and spay or neuter. Isn’t it time to find your perfect match? Make a heartwarming decision to add joy, licks and unconditional [ more ]
Read MoreGive a Home for the Holidays – Generous Partnerships Benefit Pet Adoptions
December 17, 2015
Huntsville Animal Services relies on its volunteers and community partners to assist with adoptions, fostering and promotion. When Shelter Director Dr. Karen Sheppard said she needed beds for the dogs and cats, volunteer Rachel McCuen went into action and launched a bed drive using social media. In five days citizens purchased more than 100 beds, exceeding the Shelter’s goal. “We were thrilled with the public response to this need,” said Dr. [ more ]
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