Animal Welfare Fort Worth Animal Care & Control is committed to the well-being of pets, including their physical, mental and emotional health. We dedicate our days to providing them with proper care, housing, nutrition and protection from harm. We proudly support behaviors and practices that prevent unnecessary suffering and promote humane treatment.
Let's talk parvovirus Attention, paw-rents ... and especially dog owners. We need your ears! Parvo is a highly contagious and potentially deadly virus that affects dogs, especially puppies.
Spaying and Neutering Did you know that spaying and neutering your pets is the law in Fort Worth? It's also the easiest and most effective way to reduce pet overpopulation. Read more about this important procedure here.
Become a Rescue Transfer Partner Assist us in the crucial task of caring for and rehoming pets that we may not have the necessary resources or space to accommodate on our own.
Support and resources for pet parents Facing challenges caring for your fur baby but don't wish to rehome them? Check out our Pet Resource Guide and other supportive sources to help you keep your animal. If keeping your pet isn't an option, we can help you rehome them. And if you still need to surrender them, you can start the process here.
Be a FWACC Foster Hero Whether you're able to commit to just an afternoon out or a longer opportunity, we have a variety of ways for you to get involved. And they ALL make a difference!
Animal Control Laws From spay/neuter and vaccinations to licensing requirements and responsible pet ownership guidelines, explore how our city safeguards the well-being of pets while promoting public safety.
Shelter Wish Lists As you can imagine, we're always in need of numerous necessities for our resident pets. Check out our Amazon Wish Lists and help our sweet kitties and pups with just a couple of clicks!
Pet Licenses and Microchips Find out how to obtain a license for your pet, as well as how to get your pet their required microchip.
Low-Cost Help for Pet Owners We never want any animal to go without proper nutrition or medical care. Locate local options for free and low-cost food, vaccines, spay/neuter and other services here.
Spot Animal Neglect and Cruelty Intentionally harming or abandoning an animal isn't just inhumane. It's also illegal. Learn the telltale signs here and how to say something when you see something.
Donate to Help Shelter Pets Even small donations make a big impact! Here's a quick and easy way to help our City shelter pets.
Education and Outreach Responsible pet ownership is vital for the health, happiness and well-being of our beloved pet companions. Education and outreach play a crucial role in promoting and fostering this responsibility.
Animal Ordinances Familiarize yourself with City of Fort Worth animal ordinances and policies to ensure you're in compliance.
Animal Noise Complaints Educate yourself about about the local legalities involved with noisy animals.
Reporting Dead Animals It's not a fun subject, but if you come across a dead animal in Fort Worth, here's how to report it.
Dog Fighting Despite public outrage, the vicious “sport” of dog fighting sadly still thrives. See how to spot the signs of dog fighting and also how to report it.
Rabies Rabies is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease, but it's easily preventable. Learn all about it here.
Aggressive and Dangerous Dogs Learn the difference between aggressive and dangerous dogs and what you're required to do if you own one.
Citation Dismissal By attending a training session, residents who've received an animal-related citation can have their citation dismissed for certain offenses
Found Kittens Curious about what to do if you encounter a lost kitten in Fort Worth? We've got you covered!
Intakes and Surrenders Ensuring the welfare of our four-legged friends is at the heart of our mission. Our intake services are tailored to the wonderful residents of Fort Worth. Learn about them here.
Community Cat Resources Commonly labeled as "strays," "neighborhood cats" or "ferals," the City of Fort Worth advocates for Trap-Neuter-Release/Return (TNR) as the preferred approach to managing these cats. Read about the TNR approach here.
Wild Animals Get important information on urban wildlife, plus find out which types of wild animals the City of Fort Worth assists with.
Migratory Birds Texas is a major route for migratory birds like egrets and herons traveling between the United States and Canada. This annual event can impact residential, commercial and industrial properties. Help mitigate the impact with our seasonal tips for nesting birds.
Requirements for roosters and fowl Don't run afowl of City ordinance. Find out the rooster/fowl requirements for residential and mixed-use commercial properties in Fort Worth.