Animal Services

Dog in Park

Our Mission

The mission of Animal Services department is to promote the health, safety, and welfare of animals and people in Denton through responsive and compassionate service.

Where are we located? 

3717 N Elm St. Denton, Texas 76201 (Linda Mcnatt Animal Adoption Center)

shelter

Our Hours

We are open to the public Monday through Saturday from 10AM - 5PM (We allow walk-ins until 4:30PM)

In case of an animal emergency after hours please call the non emergency number at (940) 349-7594 (option 8)

How can I see if my dog is at The Linda McNatt Shelter? 

We use petfinder to list photos and descriptions of all of our current animals. This page is updated Monday - Saturday from 9AM-5PM. Any animals that are impounded after 5PM will be posted the following business day.  

City of Denton Petfinder Page  

  1. Does the City of Denton have a leash law?
  2. Do I have to pick up my dog’s poop when I walk them?
  3. What can I do about my neighbor’s dog that barks and howls all the time?
  4. Do I have to vaccinate my pet?
  5. Do I have to register my pet?
  6. What is the cost to adopt an animal?
  7. Can I keep chickens on my property?
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