North Richland Hills Animal Services Center

04/14/2025

City In Service Training Day -- April 18, 2025

City offices, including the Animal Services Center will be closed Friday, April 18th for am In Services Training Day. The animal Services Center will reopen Saturday at noon.

If you have an animal emergency, please call 817-281-1000 to speak with a dispatcher. For all other calls, please leave message at 817-427-6570 or you can email us at [email protected] and we will respond as soon as we are able.

Thank you for your patience.

Animal Services Information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/89/Animal-Services
Donation information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/473/Donations
Animals Available for Adoption:
https://www.nrhtx.com/464/Adoptable-PetsIf

04/09/2025

You can go to https://texasforthem.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TCAP-New-Vaccine-Forms-Final2025.pdf?_gl=1*188354v*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxJW21oPLjAMVIVN_AB1KCAwnEAAYASAAEgLL6PD_BwE to print out your form ahead of time.

See you all this Saturday.

Send a message to learn more

04/07/2025

Donation Request -

Mama Sprinkles is asking for canned puppy food and powdered puppy formula for her growing brood. She is a wonderful mommy but as her kiddos grow and grow and grow, she is needing some help feeding them. Her and her 9 kiddos thank you for your kindness.

Donations can be brought to the NRH Animal Services Center Tuesday thru Saturday from noon to 6 pm. We also have an Amazon Wishlist - see the link below.

Animal Services Information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/89/Animal-Services
Donation information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/473/Donations
Animals Available for Adoption:
https://www.nrhtx.com/464/Adoptable-PetsIf

04/04/2025

Happy Tails Alert!! AND Cuteness overload!!!!!!

From the Kincaid Family:

We adopted Seamus "Okra" and Bonnie "Greenbean" on October 22, and life has been full of zoomies and joy ever since.

It all started on Friday, October 18, when I visited the shelter after work. I had first seen Okra’s scruffy little face on Facebook when he was brought in, and when he popped up on my feed again, I took it as a sign. I couldn’t believe he hadn’t been adopted yet.

When I met him, he was timid, sticking close to the shelter staff—earning his name, Okra, for the way he clung to people he trusted. Even so, I adored his little muppet-like face and knew I had to bring my husband to meet him the next day.

On Saturday, we asked to see him with his sisters, hoping it would help him open up. The moment Greenbean and Turnip joined him, he transformed. He and Greenbean wrestled and chased each other nonstop, revealing a playful, energetic side we hadn’t seen before. She was lean, wiggly, and full of life—fitting her name perfectly. Turnip, on the other hand, was much calmer, staying close to us and offering sweet hugs. It was clear that Okra and Greenbean had a special bond, and we couldn’t separate them.

On Tuesday, October 22, they were officially ours. We decided to keep their fun names as their middle names, renaming them Seamus Okra and Bonnie Greenbean. Our vet thinks it’s hilarious. Now, they have a big backyard to run and wrestle in, cozy crates to relax in, and a monthly BarkBox Super Chewers subscription to keep them entertained (and our furniture safe). They’ve settled in beautifully, spoiled with treats, love, and all the adventures they could ever want.

Seamus and Bonnie - tell your mommy we are sorry for the delay in getting your photos out there. You two look awesome and have come such a long way from scared the scared puppies we remember.

Thank you for adopting and giving them a chance to thrive.

Animal Services Information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/89/Animal-Services
Donation information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/473/Donations
Animals Available for Adoption:
https://www.nrhtx.com/464/Adoptable-PetsIf

04/03/2025

Happy Toe Beans!!!

From the Beck Family: I adopted two black brother cats in August. Their names were Sebastian and Stormi. They are doing very well and now their names are Diablo and Luce. I’ve attached pictures. Thank you.

04/01/2025

03/28/2025

* * Sassy has been adopted, BUT Feyra is still looking for a new family. **

Feyra-Have you heard of Murphy's Law
Sassy-Yes, anything can go wrong will go wrong
Feyra-What's about Cole's law?
Sassy-No
Feyra-It's a thin-slice cabbage dripped in mayonnaise and sour cream

Just two mature females shooting the breeze. They are currently roommates, but do not know have to be adopted together. They would prefer a quiet house without a lot of noise and stuff. Just a bed in the sunlight to sleep the days away. Ooohh -- canned food must be on the menu.

Animal Services Information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/89/Animal-Services
Donation information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/473/Donations
Animals Available for Adoption:
https://www.nrhtx.com/464/Adoptable-PetsIf

03/28/2025

Hubble's Law:
This law, named after astronomer Edwin Hubble, states that the universe is expanding, and the further away a galaxy is, the faster it's moving away from us.

Sadly people move fast away from me too. I am not a bad doggie - just misunderstood. Like Mr. Floof, I will take care of your couch and bed for you while you are away or even while you are using it - we can share. I would like a yard so I can do some private stuff - you know....

I hope to see you soon so that I can show you what a good boy I am.

Animal Services Information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/89/Animal-Services
Donation information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/473/Donations
Animals Available for Adoption:
https://www.nrhtx.com/464/Adoptable-PetsIf

03/28/2025

Which Tyson do you think I take after?

* Am I an astrophysicist like Neil Degrasse Tyson?
* Am I a supermodel like Tyson Beckford?
* I don't think I am tall enough to be like Tyson Chandler - but I can dream.
* But I sure can run like Tyson Gay -- Okay - NOT quite that fast, but fast.

Come by and we can discuss further.

Animal Services Information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/89/Animal-Services
Donation information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/473/Donations
Animals Available for Adoption:
https://www.nrhtx.com/464/Adoptable-PetsIf

03/28/2025

Things that make you go hhhmmmmm.

Ever wonder what your name means? Well I was wondering -- What is the meaning of Harley? Evidently the name is derived from the Old English words hara meaning hare, and lēah, meaning wood or clearing and meadow in later development of the language. The name Harley means "hare's meadow". Very interesting.

Come by and tell me what your name means. If you do not know, we can come up something meaningful together.

Animal Services Information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/89/Animal-Services
Donation information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/473/Donations
Animals Available for Adoption:
https://www.nrhtx.com/464/Adoptable-PetsIf

03/28/2025

Older female looking to settle down as my crazy party days are behind me now. I can still cut a rug from time to time - but only slow dances these days. Hoomans often ask me - what are you? Well first of all - rude! Secondly, I like to say that I am a good girl, well mannered, spoiled and pampered - and that is all you need to know. While I cannot fit in your bag, I will fit in your car or truck for a ride to our home.

I would love you to come by for a visit. Bring soft treats!

Animal Services Information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/89/Animal-Services
Donation information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/473/Donations
Animals Available for Adoption:
https://www.nrhtx.com/464/Adoptable-PetsIf

03/28/2025

* * ADOPTED * *

If you are reading this - you must be looking for a canine companion. First of all - do you have a couch that needs some love and attention? Do you have a yard that needs to be sniffed regularly for intruders? Do you have a pesky solicitor that needs to be explained in 'Dog' - No Solicitors?

Well look no further. I, Mr. Floof, would be happy to make sure your couch gets the attention it needs while you are are work or school or whatever humans do. I have a great nose to 'read' all the messages in your yard. As for those solicitors - well - we all know only dog people understand dog - sorry I cannot help you there. BUT 2 out to 3 is not bad!

Come by for a visit.

Animal Services Information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/89/Animal-Services
Donation information:
https://www.nrhtx.com/473/Donations
Animals Available for Adoption:
https://www.nrhtx.com/464/Adoptable-PetsIf

03/23/2025

Thank you for all your love and support of the fur babies in our community.

03/19/2025

Happy Tails Alert!!!

From the Humber Family:

Buddy is getting settled in.

03/04/2025

Happy Tails Alert!

Ms. Hilda has made herself right a home in her new forever home. Thank you to the Pierson Family for seeing her potential and giving her a chance.

03/04/2025

Happy Tails Alert!!!

From the Scott Family:

She is doing absolutely AMAZING. She blends in with our little family perfectly!!! She quickly became best buddies with our dog sadie and hasn’t stopped playing. I have to interrupt them to remind them to drink water. As soon as i let her in my room she jumped on my bed to make herself at home and i covered her up and gave her a stuffy. She hasn’t left my side once, not even when i showered. You can visbly tell she was well taken care of by the NRH Animal Shelter. Thank you so much for sharing indigo with me. Expect lots of updates from me.

Love from Indigo’s forever family💜.

02/18/2025

Winter Weather Advisory/Extreme Cold Weather Warning for the City of North Richland Hills and surrounding areas.

Cold Weather Safety Tips

These tips can help make sure your pet is safe during winter weather:

Bring them inside. The most important thing you can do to ensure your pets are safe from the upcoming extreme cold temperatures is to bring them inside. Even though they have fur, pets are still at risk of hypothermia in freezing weather. No pets should be left outside for long periods during freezing temperatures. This isn't just for dogs, but CATS TOO!!!!

Keep walks short. Put protective footwear on your pets, if they must be taken for a walk. If you wouldn't walk barefooted, neither should they.

Provide shelter. If you’re unable to bring your pet inside, make sure they have adequate shelter. The shelter should be up off the ground and the door should face away from the wind. Provide thick, dry bedding and replace it regularly if it gets wet. Do not use space heaters or heat lamps due to fire risk, and don’t use heating pads as they can burn your pet’s skin. Ensure they have access to fresh drinking water and food (make sure it’s not frozen by changing it out regularly) as well as shelter that they can stand up in and turn around comfortably.

Collar, tag and chip: Many pets become lost in winter because snow and ice can hide recognizable scents that might normally help your pet find his/her way back home. Make sure your pet has a well-fitting collar with up-to-date identification and contact information. A microchip is a more permanent means of identification, but it's critical that you keep your contact information up-to-date in the microchip registry database.

Recognize a pet in distress. Signs of hypothermia in pets include shivering, lethargy, weakness, and shallow breathing. Frostbite can also be a risk for ears and tails; signs of frostbite include red, swollen areas or pale, white areas. Consult your veterinarian if you are concerned your pet may be hypothermic or have frostbite.

Hit the hood of your car before starting the engine. Sometimes cats take cover in engine compartments and can get seriously injured and/or transported away from their home. By hitting the hood of your car, it gives them a chance to get out safely.

Prevent poisoning: Clean up any antifreeze spills quickly, and keep the containers away from pets, as even small amounts of antifreeze can be deadly. Also keep your pet away from de-icers or areas where de-icers have been used, as these can make your pet sick if swallowed.

If you have questions or see an animal in obvious distress, please contact the North Richland Hills Animal Services Division at (817) 427-6570.