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Adopt a Shelter Pet Day: Help Huntsville Animal Services clear the kennels
April 30, 2024In the market for a new fur-ever friend? There are plenty available for adoption as Huntsville Animal Services seeks to clear the kennels for National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, observed annually on April 30. Animal Services Interim Director Virgie Graham said the shelter is full after taking in 70 dogs last week. Beginning Friday, May 3, the shelter is waiving fees on most adult dogs and cats through Saturday, May [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville announces Good Friday closures
March 26, 2024The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices and Municipal Court will close Friday, March 29, in observance of Good Friday. City offices will reopen Monday, April 1, at 8 a.m. Because garbage collection occurs Monday-Thursday, there is no change to service. Huntsville Transit will operate a normal schedule on Friday for both Orbit fixed-route buses and Access paratransit services. Huntsville Parks & Recreation facilities will be closed Friday but will operate on a normal schedule Saturday. [more]
Read MoreKitten Season is coming – beat the heat by spaying and neutering your cat
March 21, 2024Every spring and summer, Huntsville Animal Services sees a dramatic increase in the number of kittens being dropped off at the shelter. It’s a challenge because multiple litters of young kittens require extra care and neonatal attention. Unfortunately, there are never enough homes or foster families for all the kittens born during the peak kitten season. Beat the Heat: Spay & Neuter To head off the late winter breeding cycle, there [more]
Read MoreYour Lucky Charm may be waiting at Huntsville Animal Services
March 7, 2024If you’re searching for your lucky charm this March, look no further than the four-legged friends available for adoption at Huntsville Animal Services. During the month of March, Animal Services is waiving adoption fees for most adult dogs to encourage adoptions. “We believe the luckiest a dog can get is to find a good home,” said Animal Services Interim Director Virgie Graham. “We have dogs eager to be companions and more than [more]
Read MoreLooking for love? Huntsville Animal Services invites you to Meet Your Match
February 9, 2024As Valentine’s Day approaches, love is in the air! It’s the perfect time to Meet Your Match at Huntsville Animal Services. Next week, Animal Services will regularly spotlight adoptable animals with their personal “love-me” profile ads on the shelter’s Facebook page. Fees on most adult animals are waived through the end of the month to encourage adoptions. “Meet Your Match is a great way for members of our community who have loving [more]
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