Fort Worth Animal Care & Control

Shelter Closures: 

April 25, 2025 – The North Animal Campus is now open for limited visits, and you can schedule adoption appointments online. Please note that animal intakes are still suspended as we recover from the recent Canine Distemper Virus outbreak. For info on reporting a stray animal, click here(PDF, 70KB).
 

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Lost and Found Pets

Lost and Found Pets

Whether you're searching for a lost pet or have found one, we understand it can be a stressful time.



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Adopt at FWACC

Adopt at FWACC

Pets currently available at Fort Worth Animal Care and Control.



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Urgent Placement Pets

Urgent Placement Pets

Urgent Placement Pets are in urgent need of adoption or rescue.



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P.A.W.S. for Patriots

P.A.W.S. for Patriots

P.A.W.S. for Patriots empowers veterans by providing therapeutic volunteer opportunities, career pathways and access to vital resources.



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Volunteer

Volunteer

Through the FWACC Volunteer Program, we offer a safe, nurturing environment for animals while promoting responsible pet ownership and animal welfare in our community.



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Foster a Pet

Foster a Pet

Join our fostering program and become a foster hero today!



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Become a Rescue Partner

Become a Rescue 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.



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Pet Resources

Pet Resources

Discover the many services, support and educational tools that FWACC provides for potential pet adopters and current pet owners.



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Animal Transport Program

Animal Transport Program

FWACC partners with rescue organizations to find safe, permanent homes for animals in communities with a high demand for pets.



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Adoption Prep Guide

Adoption Prep Guide

Considering Adopting? Here’s what you need to know before offering an animal a forever home.



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P.A.W.S. and Think!

P.A.W.S. and Think!

P.A.W.S. and Think is a new educational program designed to teach children the values and responsibilities of pet ownership.



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Misconceptions & FAQs:

Misconceptions & FAQs:

Misconceptions about our shelters can sometimes deter people from adopting, volunteering or supporting our mission. We’re here to set the record straight. Learn the facts.



 

Calendar & Animal Resources

Upcoming Events & Calendar

Click on the day of month to view the event. Select the event and add it to your calendar.

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All Animal Resources

 

  1. Adopt a Cat

  2. Adopt a Dog

  3. Adopt at FWACC

  4. Adoption Prep Guide

  5. Aggressive and Dangerous Dogs

  6. Alliance PetSmart Charities Adoption Center

  7. Animal Control Laws

  8. Animal Licensing and Fees

  9. Animal Noise Complaint

  10. Animal Noise Complaints

  11. Animal Ordinances

  12. Animal Transport Program

  13. Become a Rescue Partner

  14. Chuck & Brenda Silcox Animal Care & Adoption Center

  15. Citation Dismissal

  16. Community Cat Resources

  17. Dog Fighting

  18. Donate to Help Shelter Pets

  19. Donate to Help Shelter Pets

  20. Education and Outreach

  21. Foster a Pet

  22. Found Kittens

  23. How to Adopt a Pet

  24. Hulen PetSmart Charities Adoption Center

  25. Intakes and Surrenders

  26. Let's talk parvovirus

  27. Lost and Found Pets

  28. Low-Cost Help for Pet Owners

  29. Migratory Birds

  30. Misconceptions & FAQs:

  31. North Animal Campus

  32. P.A.W.S. and Think!

  33. P.A.W.S. for Patriots

  34. Pawsitive Tales

  35. Pet Licenses and Microchips

  36. Pet Resources

  37. Pet Winterizing Guide

  38. Rabies

 

 

Locations

  

Reports & Community Engagement 

Contacts

Assistant Director: Christopher McAllister

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Pawsitive Tales

Get ready to smile? This feel-good page celebrates the joy and charm of Fort Worth's beloved pets. 

See the stories

Host an event

Are you a local organization wanting to host an adoption event?

Email Kirk Griffith

 

 

 

 

 

 

Affiliate Organizations

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