Question 1

What hours are you open?

Accepted Answer

Monday thru Friday 9:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 4:00pm. 
We are closed for lunch daily from 12:00pm to 1:00pm.

If you would like to meet any of our dogs, we do request that you make an appointment so that we can schedule a private yard for you to with the dog(s). This helps by allowing the dog(s) to meet in a less loud and distracting environment.

Saturday and Sunday - Closed

Question 2

Where are we located?

Accepted Answer

1701 US Highway 72 East
Athens, AL 35611

We are off Highway 72 East between Russell Stovers Chocolates and French's Shoes and Boots, behind the Limestone Veterinary  Clinic and across the street from Dunkin' Donuts and 7th Brew Coffee.

Question 3

Who do I contact to report a stray animal?

Accepted Answer

Depending on where you located the stray animal you will need to call either:
   Athens City Animal Control at (256) 233-8700
   Limestone County Animal Control at (256) 233-0111

You can also fill out a Found Animal Report on the homepage. If you need to surrender your pet, please if out an Owner Surrender Form in the FAQ section. Please call the shelter at (256) 771-7889 if you have any questions.

Question 4

Do you offer low cost spay/neuter program?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, at this time Athens Animal Services does not offer low cost spay/neuter but below are resources that you can reach out to.

The SNYP Program helps members of the Athens City community who otherwise cannot afford to have their pets spayed or neutered. This low cost spay/neuter program is financed by the Athens City Council to help prevent pet overpopulation. Interested individuals must come into the Limestone Veterinary Clinic on Monday or Tuesday (between 10am-12pm), to complete the SNYP application, make copies of required documentation and set up an appointment.

To qualify for the SNYP program you must
1. Be 18 years of age, the owner of the pet and live in Athens City
2. Have proof of being on food stamps or possess an EBT card
3. Have a valid driver's license or picture ID
4. Provide official documentation with current address (utility bill, bank statement, phone bill, etc.)
5. Cash payment for surgery

**NOTE: Applicants can only spay/neuter 2 pet per year**

Please contact their receptionist at (256) 233-1515 to learn more.

Additional resources

North Alabama Animal Warriors
501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Call or text 256-664-1041
naanimalwarriors@gmail.com (naanimalwarriors@gmail.com)

https://naawcares.org

North Alabama Spay and Neuter Clinic
2115 Jonathan Dr. NW
Huntsville, AL 35810
256-489-0418

https://www.nalspayneuter.org/

Question 5

How do I surrender my animal?

Accepted Answer

Please fill out the correct form for each animal you want to surrender with as much information as possible, so that we can help you and your pet as best as possible.

If you live within the Athens City limits, please fill out the form(s) below.  Our intake coordinator will be in contact to schedule a turn in appointment date or to let you know where you are on the turn-in wait list.

Cat Surrender Form
www.https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=nm3098&method=online_form_html&formid=62 (www.https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=nm3098&method=online_form_html&formid=62)

Dog Surrender Form 
www.https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=nm3098&method=online_form_html&formid=54 (www.https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=nm3098&method=online_form_html&formid=54)

In the meantime, while you wait for a space to become available you can check out the below resources as they may be able to help you rehome your animal quicker.

https://rehome.adoptapet.com/

https://www.petfinder.com/adopt-or-get-involved/adopting-pets/rehoming/

https://home-home.org/rehome/

Once you are scheduled for a turn in appointment, you will need to bring the animal, photo identification (i.e. a driver's license) and proof of residency (i.e. current utility bill) and any vet records for your pet. Please understand that if you are a no show for your scheduled appointment, the kennel space will go to the next person on the waitlist.

Athens City
Animal Services

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