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June 25, 2024

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Fort Worth Animal Care and Control
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Silcox Campus: 4900 Martin St, Fort Worth TX 76119 North Animal Campus: 351 Hillshire Dr, Fort Worth TX 76052 PetSmart Alliance: 2901 Texas Sage Trl, Fort Worth, TX 76177 PetSmart Hulen: 4800 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76109
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Regardless of their intake volume, Fort Worth Animal Care and Control does not let that stop them from going above and beyond for every animal in their care. These measures range from placing dogs into foster homes or with rescues, sending animals on transports out of state or even connecting dog owners with appropriate resources to allow them to keep their pet.

Fort Worth Animal Care and Control

#18 in United States, #3 in Texas

Silcox Campus: 4900 Martin St, Fort Worth TX 76119 North Animal Campus: 351 Hillshire Dr, Fort Worth TX 76052 PetSmart Alliance: 2901 Texas Sage Trl, Fort Worth, TX 76177 PetSmart Hulen: 4800 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76109

https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/code-compliance/animals

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Service areas:

Fort Worth and unincorporated Tarrant County

We are a full-service animal shelter, which includes adoptions, reclaims, rescue, foster/volunteer opportunities, out-of-state transports, low-cost vaccine clinics, animal ordinance enforcement and public education.

Mission and Vision

We are committed to compassionate care for all pets via robust adoption, foster, volunteer and donation programs. We are dedicated to resident safety via education and services that aim to reduce the stray pet population, minimize the threat of diseases and prevent animal-related injuries.

Adoption Policy

FWACC has a low-barrier adoption program with low-cost adoption fees. Each dog or cat available for adoption has been vaccinated, spayed/neutered and microchipped. Adopters must have a valid ID and fill out a short application. In most cases the animal will be available to take home the same day.
https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/code-compliance/animals/adoptable

Testimonials

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"Regardless of their intake volume, Fort Worth Animal Care and Control does not let that stop them from going above and beyond for every animal in their care. These measures range from placing dogs into foster homes or with rescues, sending animals on transports out of state or even connecting dog owners with appropriate resources to allow them to keep their pet."

paulette p.

Volunteer / foster, Fan

"Many people think of municipal shelters as being quite grim with a high kill rate, but FWACC goes against every stereotype and works hard to make sure healthy animals all go to good homes. I have adopted my dog from them as well as volunteered with them in the past and the people of FWACC are so dedicated and caring for every animal in their care, partnering with community rescues both within the metroplex and state, and even across the country to transport animals to find home if necessary. Everyone from the front desk staff up to the top are so kind and helpful when you go in. They also do a lot of work to help people get access to vet care and pet food so they may not have to surrender pets due to financial hardship. Overall, just a great civic organization"

jessica j.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

"I adopted my beautiful dog Doodle from FW Animal Shelter and she is the best dog ever! They took such great care of her and I could not ask for a better experience. All of the employees work so hard! It is a tough job and they are miracle workers! Thank you FORT WORTH!!!!"

holly p.

Adoptee

"I have been an officer for 3 years working for Fort Worth Animal Care and Control Everyone at FWACC shows passion, care, and loads of love when it comes to the animals, citizens and coworkers. I have gotten to witness first hand how the shelter techs connect and bond with each and every animal they work with in their kennels/pods how the animals light up when they see their favorite humans. The CSR's who work the front desk, who always have a smile on their faces and who are always willing to help with providing directions, looking up lost animals and most importantly sending animals out to their new loving homes. The vet techs and the quality of incomparable medical care provided to the animals on a daily basis during foster appointments, intakes, and animals housed at the shelters. The field who educates citizens and provide assistance to injured or distressed animals in need and provide resources to citizens out side of the shelter environment. the outbound team who works extremely hard to find fosters, rescues and transport teams to help get animals out and to new homes in other states. And finally management. The supervisors, superintendents, director, and assistant directors work collectively daily to provide an outstanding work environment for everyone. Working hard to change how the shelter operates for the better. I have seen so much change happen at the shelter and the field just in the past year. All together they are unstoppable, creating relationships with fosters, rescues, and citizens trying to find each and every animal a loving forever home. Some may just call FWACC a shelter, but we're one big family. We work together to make the city a greater place for the animals one step at a time."

calli r.

Staff member

"Fort Worth Animal Shelter is the best!"

kimberly t.

Fan

"FWACC is a great place to find a furever friend. I adopted my 13 y/o kitty named George from them. The staff was helpful and supportive"

susan m.

Adoptee

"As a foster parent, they are always quick to respond to my emails and help me decide which baby would be good in my home. There was a situation where we wanted to foster a senior. They looked him over and honestly said he was to I’ll to foster. They could have said nothing. We’ve adopted twice and both great babies. The Petsmart adoption location makes it easier to view pets without having to go to the shelter."

ninet c.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

"Our wonderful Anatolian Shepherd Mix, Roscoe has been such a blessing in our lives. Having been adopted once, then getting loose and his first family not wanting him back, the staff at FWAC knew the right fit was out there waiting for him. Lucky us! The adoption center at Petsmart is so great. The staff there love all of the animals that pass through and the volunteers are there to help along the way."

jim j.

Adoptee, Fan

"I have personally seen the love and care the staff at the shelter show when animals are under their care. They are just superheroes!"

ana.

Fan

"I have worked at three high volume shelters in Texas and this shelter is by far the best one. FWACC staff goes above and beyond to save lives and make a difference in the community."

brittany p.

Staff member

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"Regardless of their intake volume, Fort Worth Animal Care and Control does not let that stop them from going above and beyond for every animal in their care. These measures range from placing dogs into foster homes or with rescues, sending animals on transports out of state or even connecting dog owners with appropriate resources to allow them to keep their pet."

paulette p.

Volunteer / foster, Fan

"Many people think of municipal shelters as being quite grim with a high kill rate, but FWACC goes against every stereotype and works hard to make sure healthy animals all go to good homes. I have adopted my dog from them as well as volunteered with them in the past and the people of FWACC are so dedicated and caring for every animal in their care, partnering with community rescues both within the metroplex and state, and even across the country to transport animals to find home if necessary. Everyone from the front desk staff up to the top are so kind and helpful when you go in. They also do a lot of work to help people get access to vet care and pet food so they may not have to surrender pets due to financial hardship. Overall, just a great civic organization"

jessica j.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

"I adopted my beautiful dog Doodle from FW Animal Shelter and she is the best dog ever! They took such great care of her and I could not ask for a better experience. All of the employees work so hard! It is a tough job and they are miracle workers! Thank you FORT WORTH!!!!"

holly p.

Adoptee

"I have been an officer for 3 years working for Fort Worth Animal Care and Control Everyone at FWACC shows passion, care, and loads of love when it comes to the animals, citizens and coworkers. I have gotten to witness first hand how the shelter techs connect and bond with each and every animal they work with in their kennels/pods how the animals light up when they see their favorite humans. The CSR's who work the front desk, who always have a smile on their faces and who are always willing to help with providing directions, looking up lost animals and most importantly sending animals out to their new loving homes. The vet techs and the quality of incomparable medical care provided to the animals on a daily basis during foster appointments, intakes, and animals housed at the shelters. The field who educates citizens and provide assistance to injured or distressed animals in need and provide resources to citizens out side of the shelter environment. the outbound team who works extremely hard to find fosters, rescues and transport teams to help get animals out and to new homes in other states. And finally management. The supervisors, superintendents, director, and assistant directors work collectively daily to provide an outstanding work environment for everyone. Working hard to change how the shelter operates for the better. I have seen so much change happen at the shelter and the field just in the past year. All together they are unstoppable, creating relationships with fosters, rescues, and citizens trying to find each and every animal a loving forever home. Some may just call FWACC a shelter, but we're one big family. We work together to make the city a greater place for the animals one step at a time."

calli r.

Staff member

"Fort Worth Animal Shelter is the best!"

kimberly t.

Fan

"FWACC is a great place to find a furever friend. I adopted my 13 y/o kitty named George from them. The staff was helpful and supportive"

susan m.

Adoptee

"As a foster parent, they are always quick to respond to my emails and help me decide which baby would be good in my home. There was a situation where we wanted to foster a senior. They looked him over and honestly said he was to I’ll to foster. They could have said nothing. We’ve adopted twice and both great babies. The Petsmart adoption location makes it easier to view pets without having to go to the shelter."

ninet c.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

"Our wonderful Anatolian Shepherd Mix, Roscoe has been such a blessing in our lives. Having been adopted once, then getting loose and his first family not wanting him back, the staff at FWAC knew the right fit was out there waiting for him. Lucky us! The adoption center at Petsmart is so great. The staff there love all of the animals that pass through and the volunteers are there to help along the way."

jim j.

Adoptee, Fan

"I have personally seen the love and care the staff at the shelter show when animals are under their care. They are just superheroes!"

ana.

Fan

"I have worked at three high volume shelters in Texas and this shelter is by far the best one. FWACC staff goes above and beyond to save lives and make a difference in the community."

brittany p.

Staff member

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