Animal Control

LOST AND FOUND PETS

The City of University Park is committed to reuniting pets with their families. Residents are encouraged to call the City’s police/fire dispatch center at 214-363-3000 to report a lost or found pet. Please do not call 911 to report a lost or found pet.

The dispatch center keeps a list of all such reports. It includes a description of the pet, and the time and place that it was last seen or found. If the pet reported lost is found, we encourage residents to call the police/fire dispatch center with that information.

Please note, if you find a pet outside the boundaries of University Park, do not bring them to the City’s 911 Center.  Pets found in Highland Park should be taken to Town Hall.  In Dallas, the Animal Services Department has a special online database for reporting lost pets.

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ANIMAL REGISTRATION TAGS

Residents of University Park are required by City Ordinance to register all pets and display a numbered animal tag.

By City Ordinance, the owner of each dog or cat more than four (4) months old must obtain a license for each dog or cat. At the time of application for a license, the owner must present a Certificate of Vaccination and pay a licensing fee for each dog and cat.
 

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Effective March 19, 2003 - Rabies Vaccination Change

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Animal Control Officer

For information concerning the City’s animal regulations and policies, residents are encouraged to contact the Animal Control Officer, Launa Patton, at 214-987-5371 (voicemail) or 214-363-3000 (dispatch). Her email is ldarmofal@uptexas.org.  Launa's hours are Tuesday-Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To view or download the Animal Control section of City Ordinance, click here.

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LOCAL CLINICS AND SHELTERS

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is there a Leash Law?
Yes, for dogs.

Is there a Pooper Scooper law?
No, but pet owners are strongly encouraged to clean up after their pets.

Where do I get the City registration for my dog/cat?
Utility Billing Office at City Hall.

Does the City adopt out animals?
No.

What is the limit of animals per household?
Three.

What should I do if my neighbor's dogs will not stop barking?
Try letting your neighbor know that his/her dog is a problem. If that does not work, call Animal Control at 214-987-5371 (voicemail) or 214-363-3000 (dispatch center).

What should I do if I am bitten or scratched by an animal?
If the bite or scratch has broken the skin, clean the wound and call Animal Control.  Medical attention may also be appropriate.

Are exotic animals allowed to live in the city?
No.

What is the procedure for picking up my animal if it has been impounded?

• Call Animal Control to see if the animal was picked up
• Check with the clinic to identify the animal
• Bring rabies certificate to City Hall with the appropriate impoundment fee