City of Huntsville offices to close for Memorial Day

May 24, 2023 Click to view City of Huntsville offices to close for Memorial Day

City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, May 29, for Memorial Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 30. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of May 29-June 2. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: All facilities are closed except splash pads, which will be open [more]

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Rescue Dog Day: Huntsville Animal Services seeks community’s help to clear the kennels

May 19, 2023 Click to view Rescue Dog Day: Huntsville Animal Services seeks community’s help to clear the kennels

Take a “paws” and think about how the small act of adopting or fostering a shelter pet can make a big impact on your community. “Providing a loving home for a shelter pet not only helps with overpopulation, but it also encourages those around you to adopt,” said Huntsville Animal Services Director Dr. Karen Sheppard. “When you adopt or foster a pet, you save a life. It’s that simple.” Mayor Tommy Battle presents a proclamation [more]

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Adopt a Shelter Pet Day: Help Huntsville Animal Services clear the kennels

April 26, 2023 Click to view Adopt a Shelter Pet Day: Help Huntsville Animal Services clear the kennels

Come meet your match and help Huntsville Animal Services clear the kennels for National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, recognized every year on April 30. The shelter is waiving fees on most adult dogs and cats through May 3. Animal Services Director Dr. Karen Sheppard said the shelter is full to the brim after taking in more than 90 dogs last week. “We need your help to solve the problem here in [more]

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City of Huntsville announces Good Friday closures

April 5, 2023 Click to view City of Huntsville announces Good Friday closures

The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices and Municipal Court will close Friday, April 7, in observance of Good Friday. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, April 10. Because garbage collection occurs Monday-Thursday, there will be no change to service. Huntsville Transit will operate a normal schedule for both Orbit fixed-route buses and Access paratransit services. All Huntsville Parks & Recreation facilities are closed Friday but will operate on a normal schedule Saturday [more]

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‘Take a picture, it’ll last longer!’: Huntsville Animal Services kicks off selfie campaign

March 17, 2023 Click to view ‘Take a picture, it’ll last longer!’: Huntsville Animal Services kicks off selfie campaign

Say cheese! Huntsville Animal Services staff members are collectively putting their best faces forward to encourage adoptions of homeless animals. A Huntsville Animal Services worker poses for a selfie with Guerra, a mixed-breed dog. Each Monday and Wednesday, an Animal Services employee will post a selfie photo with one of the waggiest tails waiting to be adopted. The photo series wraps up on June 21, recognized as National Selfie Day. “This is a [more]

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Contact
  • Phone:

    256-883-3782

  • Address:

    Huntsville Animal Shelter

    4950 Triana Blvd SW

    Huntsville, AL 35805

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  • Email:

    Animals@HuntsvilleAL.gov

    Karen Hill Sheppard, DVM

    Animal Services Director

  • Hours:

    Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

    Tuesday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

    Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

  • Additional Information

Report a Complaint

Concerns about an animal, as well as animal-related noise complaints, can be filed online through Huntsville Connect. Residents who suspect or see owner neglect and abuse are encouraged to call 256-883-3782 and report the issue immediately. If the situation is an emergency, please call 911.