Category: Animal Services
City of Huntsville offices to close for observation of Independence Day
June 30, 2026
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Friday, July 3, to observe Independence Day. This includes Animal Services and Municipal Court. Residential garbage collection will not be affected, and Huntsville Transit will continue normal operations on Friday. Animal Services will also be closed on Saturday, July 4, as well as Huntsville Transit. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, July 6. Parks & Recreation: Get-A-Way Skate Park and Kids’ Space as [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services safety event served over 300 pets and families
June 18, 2026
Huntsville Animal Services’ annual Boom Proof Your Pet community safety event once again delivered big results, helping prepare pets and their owners ahead of the busy fireworks season. Hundreds of families stopped in for safety guidance, on‑site veterinary services and free pet supplies including collars, leashes, treats and pet food. Boom Proof by the Numbers 311 pets served 266 DAPP vaccines administered 266 rabies vaccines administered 212 pets microchipped 87 spay/neuter vouchers distributed 166 Huntsville City and [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Juneteenth
June 16, 2026
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Friday, June 19, for Juneteenth. This includes Animal Services, Huntsville Transit and Municipal Court. Residential garbage collection will not be affected. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, June 22. Parks & Recreation: Get-A-Way Skate Park and Kids’ Space as well as the Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Splash Pad and the Everybody Can Play Splash Pad will be open during their usual hours. Public Safety: [more]
Read MoreAnimal Services ‘Boom Proof Your Pet’ event returns June 14 to Jaycee Building
June 5, 2026
Fireworks season is fast approaching, and Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) will host “Boom Proof Your Pet” on Sunday, June 14 from 2–6 p.m. at the Jaycee Building in John Hunt Park, 2180 Airport Rd. The free event helps families with pets take proactive steps to prepare and protect their pets to prevent the holiday surge of scared, lost animals. The annual community event equips dog and cat owners with the tools [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Memorial Day
May 21, 2026
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day. This includes Animal Services, Huntsville Transit and Municipal Court. Residential garbage collection will be one day later than normal. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26. Parks & Recreation: Get-A-Way Skate Park and Kids’ Space as well as the Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Splash Pad and the Everybody Can Play Splash Pad will be open during [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services to host ‘May the 4-Pawed Be With You’ adoption day May 4
April 29, 2026
In the spirit of a galaxy far, far away, Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) will host “May the 4-Pawed Be With You”, an adoption promotion on Monday, May 4 at Animal Services, 4950 SW Triana Blvd. All dog and cat adoption fees will be waived on May the 4th. “Whether you’re seeking a loyal co‑pilot or a wise little creature full of personality, you just might find the pet you’re looking for,” [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Good Friday
March 31, 2026
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Friday, April 3, for Good Friday. This includes Animal Services and Municipal Court. Garbage collection will not be affected by the holiday and Huntsville Transit will operate on its normal schedule. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, April 6. Parks & Recreation: Get-A-Way Skate Park and Kids’ Space will be open during their usual hours. All other facilities will be closed. Public Safety: Essential [more]
Read MoreService From the Heart: HAS Team Finds Joy in Giving Back at Kisses & Kibbles
February 25, 2026
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) continued to spread the love at their Kisses & Kibbles Drive-Thru Pet Food Pantry on Saturday, Feb. 21. The event proved once again how much this community cares for each other and its pets. The annual event is designed to make it easier for City of Huntsville residents to care for their pets. Each household was eligible for one free bag of dog or cat food and [more]
Read MoreAnimal Services seeking help as shelter reaches Crisis Level 4 capacity for dogs
February 20, 2026
Huntsville Animal Services has reached its highest capacity level for dogs and is appealing to the community for help. The shelter is at Crisis Level 4 after receiving a large-scale intake of 77 animals from a single address – 65 of which are small to medium sized dogs. There is an immediate need to adopt and foster available dogs. “Our kennels are overflowing and we’re utilizing every available space to ensure these [more]
Read MoreAnimal Services offering free pet food and spay/neuter vouchers at “Kisses & Kibbles” event, Feb. 21
February 18, 2026
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is spreading the love this February with its annual Kisses & Kibbles Drive-Thru Pet Food Pantry event on Saturday, Feb. 21, from 10 a.m. to noon at the HAS offices, 4950 Triana Blvd. SW. The event makes it easier for City of Huntsville residents to care for their pets. Each household can receive one free bag of dog or cat food and a voucher for a free [more]
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