FAQs • Midland, TX • CivicEngage

Does the shelter have a veterinarian on staff to administer rabies vaccinations to animals?: No, but a licensed veterinarian does come to the shelter on a daily basis and gives a rabies vaccination to any dog or cat that is adopted, reclaimed, or transferred and does not have proof of being currently vaccinated. The rabies vaccination is required by Texas Health and Safety Code 826.

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Animal Services - Shelter Services

1. What is a spay/neuter voucher and how can I get one?: A spay/neuter voucher is available to any City of Midland resident, is worth $70 toward the cost of a spay/neuter procedure, and can be used at any veterinary clinic or hospital in Midland County. You may pick up a voucher during our normal shelter hours and you will need to have the following items with you at the time the voucher is issued. 1. Your pet wearing a current city license. 2. A copy of the rabies vaccination certificate, issued by your veterinarian. 3. Proof that you live in the city limits of Midland. A drivers license is not acceptable. 4. The surgery must be scheduled, as the voucher is good for a period of two weeks from date of issue.

2. Where is the shelter located and what are the hours of operation?: The shelter is located at 1200 N Fairgrounds Rd, next to Reyes Mashburn Park. The shelter is open to the public :
Tuesday - Friday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Closed Sunday & Monday

3. Does the shelter have a veterinarian on staff to administer rabies vaccinations to animals?: No, but a licensed veterinarian does come to the shelter on a daily basis and gives a rabies vaccination to any dog or cat that is adopted, reclaimed, or transferred and does not have proof of being currently vaccinated. The rabies vaccination is required by Texas Health and Safety Code 826.