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The City of Rockwall Animal Services Department wants to extend a special welcome to you and your pet(s) to Rockwall. As a resident of Rockwall, please take a few minutes to review the information listed below.
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All dogs and cats must have either a
1 year or 3 year rabies vaccination. |
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All dogs and cats must be registered based on the 1 year or 3 year rabies vaccination. City
Registrations expire one year or three years from the issue date |
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All dogs must have both City Registration and rabies tags displayed on the collar. City tags for cats are not required on the collar. |
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The city has a leash law; Sec.5-18. Running at large. |
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The city has an animal noise ordinance. Sec.5-21 states: “It shall be considered unlawful and a public nuisance to keep any animals which, by causing frequent or long continued barking or noise shall disturb any persons of ordinary sensibilities in the vicinities." |
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The city has an animal limit. On lots of less than (5) acres, you may have four (4) total, but only three of the same species. On lots (5) acres or more you can have (8) in any combination. |
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The city offers a low cost shot clinic twice a year. Please call the Animal Services for more details.
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Your cooperation in keeping our community safe for all citizens and pets is greatly appreciated. You may contact the Animal Services Department at
(972) 771-7750,
Mon-Fri, 8:30am-6:00pm, or
Saturday from 9:00am-4:00pm. |
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Animal Registration |
Registrations are available on a one year or three year basis depending on the vaccination given.
To acquire a City tag, you must show proof of current rabies vaccination. Three year tags can only be issued if a three year vaccination was given. All dogs are required to display a current City registration and rabies tag. You may register your pet in person at:
City Hall, 385 S Goliad or the
Animal Shelter, 1600 Airport Road
You may also register by mail. To register by mail include: 1. Current proof of rabies vaccination; 2. Appropriate fees for the registration you are requesting; 3. A self-addressed stamped envelope.
Requests for registration(s) should be addressed to:
Animal Services,
385 S. Goliad,
Rockwall, Texas 75087.
If possible, please print the following registration form and bring it with you, when you come in, or mail your information to us. |
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