Animal Care Services Division

Overview of Animal Care Services Division

The Edinburg Animal Care Services is where stray, surrendered or impounded animals found within the city limits of Edinburg are temporarily housed. Here, they are kept safe off the streets with a chance to be reclaimed by their owner or transferred to our contracted partner, Palm Valley Animal Society, where they may be adopted, rescued or fostered.

Lost or Found a Pet in Edinburg?

If you have lost or found a pet within the city limits of Edinburg, please contact Edinburg Animal Care Services at (956) 316-2185 or visit us during operating hours.

When a found animal is brought in, Animal Care Officers will scan the pet for a microchip and attempt to contact the registered owner using the information provided.

To assist with identification, please be prepared to provide:

A detailed description of the animal (breed, color, size, etc.)
Any unique markings or features
The location and time the pet was lost or found
A recent photo, if available

Please act promptly, as animals are held for a limited period before they may be transferred to our contracted partner facility.

Don’t Abandon Your Pets

Abandoning animals is cruel, illegal, and puts their lives at risk. If you can no longer care for your pet, contact the Palm Valley Animal Society Pet Resource Center at (956) 686-1141 for assistance with:

Pet food support
Rehoming options
Owner surrenders (depending on availability)

You may also call Edinburg Animal Care Services at (956) 316-2185 for additional guidance and local resources.

Texas Penal Code § 42.092 – Cruelty to Non-Livestock Animals
Abandoning an animal is classified as a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by:

Up to one year in jail
A fine of up to $4,000
Or both

Deceased Animal Collection

Deceased animals are handled by the Solid Waste Department and should be placed at the curb for collection. Please do not dispose of them in the garbage.

If You Are Bitten by an Animal

Seek medical attention right away.

Call the Edinburg Police Department at (956)-289-7700.

Provide a description of the animal, including breed (if known), color, size, and distinguishing marks.

Contain the animal only if it is safe to do so.

Note the location where the animal was last seen.

Once captured, Edinburg Animal Care Services will quarantine the animal for rabies observation and complete a written report.