Georgetown Animal Shelter contains distemper virus, returns to normal operations
The Georgetown Animal Shelter, 110 Walden Drive, has resumed normal operations after limiting positive distemper cases to a single canine. Test results for the other 26 dogs currently in the Shelter’s care came back negative Monday, Aug. 28. The original canine who tested positive for distemper remains in isolation and continues to show signs of … Continue reading “Georgetown Animal Shelter contains distemper virus, returns to normal operations”
Kittens in the Library on Aug. 10
The popular event Kittens in the Library returns Aug. 10 to the Georgetown Public Library, 402 W. Eighth St. Kittens from the Georgetown Animal Shelter will turn up the charm to play, snuggle and purr their way into a new family. Kittens will be available for adoption from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adoption fees … Continue reading “Kittens in the Library on Aug. 10”
Protect your family and pets from the heat this summer
As temperatures rise, the City wants to remind you to protect your family and pets against hot temperatures and heat-related illnesses on local summer excursions. Protect pet paws In hotter temperatures, it becomes increasingly dangerous for your dog to go on walks on concrete and asphalt. Asphalt absorbs heat throughout the day and stays hot … Continue reading “Protect your family and pets from the heat this summer”
Georgetown Animal Shelter reopens for Sunday hours
The City of Georgetown Animal Shelter is offering more opportunities to adopt a pet by returning to Sunday hours. Beginning April 23, the animal shelter will be open from noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. To celebrate, the shelter will be offering free adoptions on Sunday, April 23, and April 30. “We’d like to see Sundays … Continue reading “Georgetown Animal Shelter reopens for Sunday hours”
City facility closures Feb. 20 for Presidents’ Day
City of Georgetown offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Feb. 20, for Presidents’ Day. There will be normal solid waste and recycling collection. City offices closed Feb. 20 The City offices and facilities closed Feb. 20 for Presidents’ Day include the following: Animal Shelter, 110 Walden Drive Art Center, 816 S. Main St. City … Continue reading “City facility closures Feb. 20 for Presidents’ Day”
New pet for Christmas? Here’s what you need to know
Did Santa bring you a new puppy or kitten for Christmas? Here are some important things to remember when caring for your new pet. Welcome your pet with love and patience: Give your friend time to acclimate to the new environment, including new smells, sights, and sounds. Introduce them to new experiences slowly and be … Continue reading “New pet for Christmas? Here’s what you need to know”
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Protect your family and pets from the heat this summer
As temperatures rise, the City wants to remind you to protect your family and pets against hot temperatures and heat-related illness on local summer excursions. Protect pet paws In hotter temperatures, it becomes increasingly dangerous for your dog to go on walks on concrete and asphalt. Asphalt absorbs heat throughout the day and stays hot … Continue reading “Protect your family and pets from the heat this summer”
Pet microchip scanners at Georgetown fire stations
Lost pets in Georgetown now have another way of finding their way home. Thanks to a new partnership between Georgetown Animal Services and the Georgetown Fire Department, residents who find loose dogs and cats will be able to take them to any fire station to have them scanned for a microchip. Georgetown Animal Services has … Continue reading “Pet microchip scanners at Georgetown fire stations”
Tweetalong with Animal Control Supervisor Angela Jones
This Animal Control Officers Appreciation Week, we decided to join Animal Control Supervisor Angela Jones for a tweetalong to learn about her, her job, and see a day in the life of an animal control officer in Georgetown. While no two workdays are the same for a lot of us, when it comes to animal … Continue reading “Tweetalong with Animal Control Supervisor Angela Jones”
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