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Huntsville Animal Services reminds residents that with online pet licensing, “Home is a click away”
November 6, 2026
Reuniting lost pets with their families starts long before they wander from home. That’s why Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is encouraging residents to take advantage of its online pet licensing portal, making it easier than ever to register or renew pet licenses from the comfort of home. After all, for many lost pets, home is a click away. Under City ordinance, all dogs and cats 4 months of age and older [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services launches Paws in the Park outdoor event series
October 26, 2026
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS), in partnership with Healthy Huntsville, is excited to announce Paws in the Park, a new series of outdoor walking events designed to bring the community together, highlight Huntsville’s park trails and give shelter dogs a relaxing break from the shelter environment. Paws in the Park will take place at two favorite local spots: Hays Nature Preserve: 7161 U.S. 431, Owens Cross Roads, Saturday, Nov. 7, 8-11 a.m. Indian Creek [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Labor Day
September 3, 2026
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, Sept. 7, for Labor Day. This includes Animal Services, Huntsville Transit and Municipal Court. Residential garbage collection will be delayed by one day. Municipal offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 8. Parks & Recreation: Get-A-Way Skate Park and Kids’ Space as well as the Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Splash Pad, Bicentennial Park Splash Pad and the Everybody Can Play Splash Pad will [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services to close out Clear the Shelters Month with Star Spangled Slumber Paw-ty
August 26, 2026
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is inviting the community to put on their finest red, white and blue pajamas and head to the shelter for its annual Slumber Paw‑ty event, a late‑night adoption celebration filled with Americana charm and fee‑waived magic. The event takes place Friday, Aug. 28, from 5–10 p.m. at HAS, 4950 Triana Blvd SW. The Slumber Paw‑ty closes out HAS’s 2026 Clear the Shelters Month campaign. This year’s theme, [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services seeks community support after large intake of animals
August 18, 2026
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) took in dozens of pets Monday, Aug. 17, after they were removed from a home in Huntsville. The intake included 20 dogs and four cats, putting immediate pressure on the shelter’s kennels. As a result, the shelter capacity shifted quickly from Level 1 to Crisis Level 4. Although details remain limited due to an active investigation, HAS’ priority is the immediate care, safety and well-being of the animals. “We [more]
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