Category: Animal Services
City of Huntsville, City of Madison and Madison County will remain closed on Wednesday, Jan. 17
January 16, 2024
Icy, hazardous road conditions and frigid cold temperatures will persist through Wednesday, prompting the City of Huntsville, City of Madison and Madison County government operations to remain closed on Jan. 17. This includes the Madison County Courthouse, City of Huntsville Municipal Court, and all government offices, services and facilities. Huntsville Transit will not run Orbit busses, but Access will continue to handle dialysis patients. Madison County TRAM will be closed. Residents may expect [ more ]
Read MoreTake extra care of furry friends during frigid cold
January 11, 2024
With some abnormally cold weather expected to impact Huntsville starting Sunday night, don’t overlook the needs of your pets to stay warm. “A good rule of thumb is that if it’s too cold for us, it’s too cold for pets outside,’ said Dr. Melissa Horne, Animal Shelter and Medical Services Manager. “Pets need to come inside during weather at freezing temperatures. It’s also important for pet owners to remember that thin-body [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville municipal offices closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 11, 2024
City of Huntsville municipal offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 15, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This includes Animal Services, Parks & Recreation, Public Transit and Municipal Court. Residential curbside collection will be delayed by one day the week of Jan. 15-19. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Essential police and fire personnel will remain on duty throughout the holiday.
Read MoreHuntsville municipal offices closed Jan. 1 for New Year’s holiday
December 28, 2023
The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices will close Monday, Jan. 1, for the New Year’s holiday. This includes Animal Services, Huntsville Transit and Municipal Court. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2. The closure will affect the following City services: Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of Jan. 1-5. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: Recreation centers and facilities [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville municipal offices closed Dec. 25 for Christmas
December 21, 2023
The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices will close Monday, Dec. 25, for the Christmas holiday. This includes Animal Services, Huntsville Transit and Municipal Court. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 26. The closure will affect the following City services: Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of Dec. 25-29. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: Recreation centers and facilities will close Dec. [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville municipal offices closed Nov. 23-24 for Thanksgiving
November 20, 2023
The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices will be closed Nov. 23-24 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The following services will be affected: Garbage Collection: Thursday’s residential curbside collection will be picked up on Friday, Nov. 24. Residents should leave cans at the curb until they are collected. Public Transit: There will be no Orbit fixed-route or Access paratransit service Nov. 23. Service will resume Nov. 24. Parks & Recreation: Recreation centers and facilities will be closed Nov. [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Veterans Day
November 7, 2023
City of Huntsville municipal offices, including Municipal Court, will close Friday, Nov. 10, for Veterans Day. The exception is Public Transit, which will offer service Friday but not on Saturday, Nov. 11. All City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 13. Garbage Collection: Residential service will not be affected. Animal Services: Closed Friday but will reopen Saturday. Parks & Recreation: All facilities closed Friday but will reopen Saturday. Public Safety: Essential police and fire personnel [ more ]
Read MoreGet ‘paw-sitively’ spooky at the Huntsville Animal Services Howl-O-Ween Trunk ‘R Treat
October 16, 2023
Howls heard in Huntsville this month won’t come from local werewolves! Instead, they’ll be coming from eager animals awaiting adoption at the second annual Howl-O-Ween Trunk ‘R Treat at Huntsville Animal Services (HAS). Join us Oct. 28 for the Howl-O-Ween Trunk ‘R Treat at Huntsville Animal Services. The free, family-friendly event will be held Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon at Huntsville Animal Services, 4950 Triana Blvd. SW. During the event, [ more ]
Read More‘Paw-ty animals’: Huntsville Animal Services to host Fall Block Party
September 5, 2023
It may be too warm to cozy up by the fire, but the “paw-ty animals” at Huntsville Animal Services are ready to cuddle regardless of the temperatures. To kick off autumn in style, Huntsville Animal Services is hosting a Fall Block Party. The free community event celebrating our loveable “block-headed” breeds will take place Saturday, Sept. 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the shelter on 4950 Triana Blvd. SW. Show up to meet our pets, [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services requests donations in honor of late ‘The Price is Right’ host Bob Barker
September 1, 2023
“This is Bob Barker reminding you to help control the pet population – have your pets spayed or neutered.” If you heard that phrase growing up, you’ll know it was the sign-off of almost every episode of “The Price is Right” – and an important message for all pet owners. Bob Barker, who passed away Saturday, Aug. 26, at age 99, was a fierce animal rights advocate. Outside of his iconic hosting [ more ]
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