Police Officer Bobby Garten was killed when his patrol car was struck by a fleeing vehicle at the intersection of Asylum Avenue and Broad Street at about 10:30 pm.
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K9 Waro was shot and killed while attempting an apprehension of an armed juvenile behind 334 West Avenue in Jonesboro.
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He was driving his patrol vehicle...
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Special Agent Bob Castioni died as the result of cancer that he developed following his assignment to the search and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center site following the...
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He collapsed at about 4:10 pm after completing the traffic...
Special Agent Patrick Bauer was inadvertently shot and killed while participating in departmental firearms training in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Officer Bill Sapolu succumbed to injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash on Farrington Highway, east of Fort Barrette Road in Kapolei, on July 11th, 2023.
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Deputy Sheriff Tim Guyer suffered a heart attack after completing mandatory physical training at the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy at 5402 Sugar Grove Road in Plainfield.
Deputy Guyer returned to...
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Our mission
Our mission is to promote responsible pet ownership, prevent the spread of animal-borne diseases, protect the health and safety of the public by capturing dangerous and stray animals, and to protect animals and promote their humane treatment. Further, to provide temporary shelter for healthy, non-aggressive animals while promoting pet adoptions throughout our community and local rescue organizations. We continuously work to educate the public through educational presentations, material, and Social Media. All activities shall be in compliance with Federal, State and Local laws and regulations.Basic operations
In general, city-licensed (registered) animals are held for 10 days and unlicensed animals for 3 business days. After that, the animal’s disposition may be determined by the behavior and health of the animal as well as space within the shelter. If the animal is severely injured or diseased, the holding periods can be waived.
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FAQs
Who do I call for bees?
Contact a local pest control company for those types of issues, we do not deal with them. Then again there is this one fella who helped us one time. Maybe he will help you too! Coastal Bend Bee Removal, 361-775-0148.
What are the laws related to animals in Aransas Pass?
Ordinances that pertain to the regulation of animals can be found in Chapter Four (4) of the city code. Just click here, we’ll take you there!
Who do I call for animal related matters?
Call us! 361-758-5224 or for serious emergencies, call 911.
Do I need a permit to sell an animal in Aransas Pass?
Yes. It is a violation of city ordinance to sell animals in a public place without a permit. Visit the building department located at 601 Avenue A and inquire about a peddler’s permit.
Do I need to spay or neuter animals I adopt from the City?
Most animals we adopt out will be spayed or neutered prior to adoption. If the animal is not spayed or neutered at the time of adoption that responsibility will be placed on the adopter in accordance with state law (Health and Safety Code Section 828.004). Failure to do so will result in the issuance of a citation.
I have problems with strays, wildlife and skunks. What do I do?
Set a live trap. It's the property owner's responsibility to purchase and set animal traps. Animal Control does not pick up opossums. Once an animal has been trapped, an animal control officer will go to your location and remove it. Please, do not set traps during inclement weather, over weekends, or on Holidays. Animal control only picks up animals during business days from 7 AM until Noon. If you trap an animal outside of these times, it must be immediately released on site.
How long do animals remain impounded?
Dogs and cats that are not wearing any identification and are not microchipped remain in our facility for 3-business days. If identifiable or they're microchipped, they remain held for 10-calendar days.
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We make every effort to rehome animals from our shelter. Euthanasia is never the first option.
I think my animal got picked up by animal control?
Please visit our online portal to see if your animal is in our custody. Otherwise, call us at 361-758-5224. In addition, you can call us to report your pet missing.
How do I make a complaint about an animal issue?
First, have you tried talking with your neighbor or the animal owner? It’s always best to resolve matters at a neighborly level. Otherwise, notify us, and an officer will go to that location and speak to the dog’s owner. If the issue continues you can file an ordinance complaint through municipal court.
Updated: 02/03/2022.
