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What if I have to give up my pet?: If you think you may need to give up your pet because of your circumstances or due to an issue with the animal, please consider the decision carefully as you will no longer retain any ownership rights to the animal. Surrendering Your Pet

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1. What if I have to give up my pet?: If you think you may need to give up your pet because of your circumstances or due to an issue with the animal, please consider the decision carefully as you will no longer retain any ownership rights to the animal. Surrendering Your Pet

2. Can the general public take animals to the shelter for spaying and neutering?: No, Animal Control Services does not spay or neuter animals.

3. How can I find out if Animal Control has picked up my lost pet?: If you have lost your pet, we recommend that you come to the shelter and search for your animal. If an animal turned in to the shelter has identification, we will try to locate the owner. However, only owners can correctly identify their animal.

4. What is the procedure to report an animal bite?: For a mauling or multiple-animal attack, please dial 9-1-1. Learn more by visiting the following page. Reporting an Animal Bite

5. How do I report animal cruelty?: If you suspect cruelty to an animal, you should contact your local law enforcement agency. View more details on the following page. Reporting Animal Abuse | Plainview, TX - Official Website (plainviewtx.org)
Report Animal Cruelty