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FWACC officers reunite missing dog with owner after nearly four years

Published on April 23, 2026

Officers Caroline Parker and Reid Koenig rescue a small dog from the south side of Fort Worth. To everyone's surprise, the dog belonged to a woman in Irving who says 'Sunnie' had been missing for four years!

Tagged as: , Animals

Nearly half of TX shelters achieved 90% LRR, including FWACC

Published on April 21, 2026

Notably, nearly every major Texas city’s municipal shelter improved its lifesaving efforts in 2025 compared to 2024. Fort Worth Animal Care & Control saw nearly 1,500 fewer deaths of healthy and treatable pets.

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC reaches 90% Live Release Rate for fiscal year

Published on April 02, 2026

Fort Worth Animal Care & Control has reached a 90% Live Release Rate for its animals, marking a major milestone for the department. This is a milestone we’re proud to celebrate, as it signifies that nearly all animals who came through our doors found permanent, loving homes.

Tagged as: , Animals

Saginaw teen debuts new pet tool at Fort Worth parks

Published on March 24, 2026

Newly erected signs pointing visitors to valuable pet resources can be found at Fort Woof Dog Park and Z Bonz Dog Park. They’re the result of the ingenuity and kindness of Saginaw Girl Scout Jillian Neisler.

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC to host neonatal shower ahead of kitten & puppy season

Published on March 06, 2026

FWACC is hosting our annual Bow Wow Meow Puppy & Kitten Shower on Saturday, March 14. Guests will learn how to care for neonatal kittens and puppies, get tips from our team, and more!

Tagged as: , Animals

$13,000 of KONGS wheeled into FWACC shelters

Published on February 25, 2026

Cowtown Friends recently delivered 1,000 blue KONG enrichment toys to FWACC shelters, providing dogs with safe, engaging tools while they wait to be adopted.

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC debuts ‘Fur Real Facts’ series to connect with animal lovers

Published on February 10, 2026

Catch ‘Fur Real Facts’ on all FWACC social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

Tagged as: , Animals

City shelter to be renamed in honor of dog ambassador 'Henry'

Published on January 28, 2026

Henry retired on February 23, 2024, after serving the City for 13 years. His journey began when he was brought to the Chuck & Brenda Silcox Animal Shelter as a stray suffering from pneumonia.

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC adoptable animals return to City Hall

Published on January 12, 2026

Whether you are looking to take a break from the workday, thinking about adding a new pet to their family, or simply wanting to learn more about animal welfare, the event offers an opportunity to connect.

Tagged as: , Animals

Egret season is coming! A how-to on preparing for migratory birds

Published on January 07, 2026

Over the years, several Fort Worth neighborhoods have been heavily impacted by egret colonies. To help prevent issues before they start, the City will visit select neighborhoods to share prevention tips and demonstrate how to use deterrent materials effectively.

Tagged as: , Animals

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Pawsitive Tales

FWACC officers reunite missing dog with owner after nearly four years

Nearly half of TX shelters achieved 90% LRR, including FWACC

FWACC reaches 90% Live Release Rate for fiscal year

Saginaw teen debuts new pet tool at Fort Worth parks

FWACC to host neonatal shower ahead of kitten & puppy season

$13,000 of KONGS wheeled into FWACC shelters

FWACC debuts ‘Fur Real Facts’ series to connect with animal lovers

City shelter to be renamed in honor of dog ambassador 'Henry'

FWACC adoptable animals return to City Hall

Egret season is coming! A how-to on preparing for migratory birds

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