GENERAL ANMIAL & SQUIRREL FAQs
Q:
I’ve lost my dog/cat, what do I do?
A:
Visit the animal shelter. Fill out a lost and found form. Don't forget to pickup a lost and found handout from the bulletin board. Check
Q:
What time do you open/close?
A:
Hours: Monday through Thursday 10:00 – 5:30, Friday 10:00 - 4:30, closed Saturdays and Holidays.
Q:
How much does it cost to adopt a dog/cat?
A:
An adoption fee is $57 for residents of the City of Midland. This includes adoption fees, vaccination and license, and the spay/neuter fee.
Q:
What does it cost to get my dog/cat out of impoundment?
A:
The impoundment fees are different for each animal. Please contact the shelter for more information regarding fees.
Q:
I have a stray cat; can you come out and catch it?
A:
We have live animal traps at the shelter. There is a deposit required, please contact the shelter for more information.
Q:
I have a stray squirrel; can you come out and catch it?
A:
We also have live traps available for squirrels. There is a deposit required. Contact the shelter for more information.
Also see Squirrel FAQ
Q:
I have a dog loose can you send some one out?
A:
We will send someone out as soon as possible. Please provide as much information about the animal as possible when writing or calling to the shelter.
GENERAL SQUIRREL FACTS
The fox squirrels are the type of tree squirrel most seen in the City of Midland. They are active during the day with most activity occurring in the early morning and late afternoon to early evening. Fox squirrels do not hibernate and are active all year around. They go through two breeding cycles, in winter between December-January, and in the summer between June-July. The gestation period is from 42-45 days. They generally produce three to six young.
According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, squirrels are considered low-risk for rabies and do not need to be quarantined or tested for rabies unless the Local Rabies Control has reason to believe that the animal has rabies.
More than 50% of the squirrel population dies each year. Squirrels are territorial animals and usually will keep others out. If a squirrel is removed, others will simply move in and problems can continue.
WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT NUISANCE SQUIRREL
Squirrel-proofing attics and buildings is one solution. Squirrels usually gain entrance to attics when the tree limbs overlap the roof line. By trimming these limbs back at least 8 to 10 feet from the roof this can prevent the entrance by the rodent. In order to discourage squirrels from climbing trees, sheet metal bands about 2 ft wide and 6 to 8 ft from the ground can be placed around the trunks of the trees.
FOR REGULATIONS REGARDING TRAPPING, Contact Animal Services at (432)685-7420.
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