Animal Services

Arlington Animal Services CenterOur goal is to encourage responsible pet ownership by offering licensing programs, field enforcement services and educational programs for Arlington residents. The care of lost and unwanted animals and the eradication of rabies from the City’s animal population are critical to successful operation.

Our Mission

Working together as a community we will improve the lives of animals.

Our Values and Guiding Principles

To model and educate the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare:

  1. Freedom from hunger and thirst
  2. Freedom from discomfort
  3. Freedom from pain, injury, and disease
  4. Freedom to express normal behavior
  5. Freedom from fear and distress

Our Vision

Through technology and best practices, we will labor to improve the lives of animals by utilizing:

  • Highly trained employees
  • Volunteer programs that utilize the skills and compassion of each individual
  • Rescue program efforts based on mutual respect and vision

Statistics

FY 2024

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FY 2022

The Pawprint

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