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Updates, Reports and Briefings Updates, Reports and Briefings Austin Animal Services | August 10, 2026 Spay/Neuter Numbers from Contracts Information from FY2025 and FY2026 Monica Dangler, Director Goal for FY26 7,800 Total (as of June 2026) 8,230 Total cost* $1,297,383 On average, at least 667 surgeries are performed by Animal Services contracted vendors each month. Animal Services will likely see (at least) another 1,800 surgeries this fiscal year. *Total for Emancipet includes preventative services. 3 Monthly Reporting July 2026 Jason Garza, Assistant Director 1100 animals were impounded this month. Animals Impounded A breakdown of impounded animals by species and/or age. 1102 5-year average Puppies 72 Cats 248 Wildlife 58 Critters 16 Kittens 416 Dogs 290 July Intake Over Time This chart shows the number of animals impounded this month, ranked by fiscal year. 1134 933 6 2 Y F 5 2 Y F 4 2 Y F 5 More animals left the shelter than entered it this July! Intake 1042 domestic animals Outcomes 1054 domestic animals Intake Trends Animal Protection Officers brought in more dogs (140) than any other species in July. The next highest are kittens (53). The public brought in more stray kittens (177) than any other species this month. This will likely slow down as kitten season comes to a close. Intake Sources A breakdown of the sources for intake. Born in Care 1 Wildlife Abandoned 4 5 Emergency Clinic 12 APD | TCSO Returned to Shelter 25 28 Owner Surrender 111 Community Cat APO Impound Stray from Public 294 311 312 6 July 2026 had a live-release rate of 96.53 percent. Live Outcomes by Animal Type This chart shows how many of each animal type had a positive or live outcome during June. Breakdown per Outcome Type This chart shows the breakdown of each kind of live outcome by the number of animals with that live outcome. Each bar is equal to 100% of the outcome category. Puppies 62 Cats 264 Critters 18 Kittens 419 Dogs 291 Critters 14 Critters 2 Cats 5 Critters 2 Kittens 158 Kittens 261 Puppies 41 Cats 125 Dogs 164 Dogs 57 Cats 54 Puppies 21 Cats 80 Dogs 70 Adopted Returned to Owner Returned to Habitat Rescue Transfer 7 601 animals were adopted this month. Adoptions by Type (Age, Breed) This chart shows the total number of adoptions per animal type. Critters 14 Puppies 46 Cats 120 Dogs 155 Kittens 266 Adoptions Over Time (Month, Fiscal Year) This chart shows the number of adoptions per month, ranked by fiscal year. FY25 | 835 FY24 | 740 FY23 | 635 FY26 | 601 850 750 650 550 450 350 OCT. NOV. DEC. JAN. FEB. MAR. APRIL MAY JUNE JULY 8 42 animals were euthanized this month Animals Euthanized A breakdown of animals euthanized this month by species and/or age. Reasons for Euthanasia This chart shows the breakdown of reasons for euthanasia by animal. Each bar is equal to 100% of the euthanasia reason category. Puppies 1 Kittens 5 Dogs 8 Critters 2 Wildlife 12 Cats 14 Kittens 1 Wildlife 3 Dogs 4 Wildlife 9 Critters 2 Kittens 3 Puppies 1 Dogs 4 Kittens 1 Cats 3 Cats 10 Cats 1 Court Order Injured Rabies Risk Suffering Trauma 9 Animals in foster care in the month • 398 different people/families fostered. • As of August 4th, there are 326 animals in foster care. • In the month of July, 26 animals were a part of the Finder to Foster Program. • 112 animals were adopted directly from foster care. • 146 new foster applications were processed. • There are currently 1,070 members (approved foster care providers) in the foster program’s GivePulse group. • 211 animals went into foster care in July. Animals transferred to rescue In July, 21 different rescue partners pulled a total of 333 domestic animals from the Austin Animal Services. The total included 162 kittens, 76 cats, 70 dogs, and 21 puppies. Of these, 30 cats were transferred for Spay/Neuter/Return. Four other “critter” animals were also sent to rescue partners. 10 Animals returned to owner July 2026 saw 64 animals reclaimed. Intact animals adopted or RTO 1 animal was adopted intact. Animals lost, stolen, or missing There were no animals reported as lost, stolen, or missing in July at AAS. Animals died in shelter or in foster 19 animals died in shelter. Five of these animals died in foster care, and one died in transit to Austin Animal Center. 11 Vaccination numbers upon intake Approximately 2,723 vaccinations were administered during July. Animals receive 1 to 4 vaccinations depending on species, size, and health. Animals spayed/neutered at the shelter 483 Shelter Spay/Neuters 257 Kittens 93 Dogs 95 Cats 38 Puppies Money paid for emergency treatment to third-party providers The most recent total invoices for services rendered amounted to $52,240.21. This ranges from October 1, 2025 to July 10, 2026. Volunteer Program • In July, 516 volunteers contributed 7,473 hours • 11 individuals donated 33 hours toward group volunteer service, through enrichment and general cat care • 174 individuals attended New Volunteer Orientation in July • There were 17 individuals in Community Service Restitution in July • 200 volunteers dedicated their time to volunteer development and onboarding training Cat Cleaning, Care, and Enrichment Dog Walking, Care, and Enrichment 1,395 hours 2,836 hours Community Cats 591 hours 12 Dangerous Dogs Information and Requirements Rebekha Montie, Field Services Program Manager What is a Dangerous Dog? TEXAS HEALTH & SAFETY CODE CHAPTER 822 Makes an unprovoked attack • Attacks a person • Causes bodily injury • Occurs outside of a secure enclosure OR Displays threatening behavior • Commits an unprovoked act outside a secure enclosure • Causes a person to reasonably believe the dog will attack and cause bodily injury DEFINITIONS “Bodily injury” • Physical pain • • Illness Impairment of physical condition “Unprovoked attack” • Person did not hit, kick, harm, tease, or provoke the dog 14 Investigation and Determination Process TEXAS HEALTH & SAFETY CODE CHAPTER 822 • Animal Protection Investigates the incident • • Collects evidence and witness statements • Reviews the circumstances surrounding the event • Third-Party Hearing Officer Review • The case is presented to a third-party hearing officer contracted by the City • The hearing officer reviews: • Evidence • Witness testimony • Incident documentation • Final Determination The hearing officer determines whether the evidence supports designating the dog as a Dangerous Dog. 15 Owner Notification and Appeal Process TEXAS HEALTH & SAFETY CODE CHAPTER 822 If dog is determined dangerous • The owner is notified in writing and must comply with dangerous dog requirements. Owner appeal rights • The owner has the right to pursue an appeal • The appeal must be filed within the required timeframe • Appeals may be heard through: • Justice Court • County Court • Municipal Court 16 Dangerous Dog Requirements TEXAS HEALTH & SAFETY CODE CHAPTER 822 Once an owner learns their dog is dangerous, they have 30 days to: Register the dog annually with Animal Control Pay the required registration fee Provide proof of current rabies vaccination Maintain $100,000 liability insurance or financial responsibility Keep the dog properly restrained Ensure the dangerous dog tag is worn at all times Owner must notify Animal Control within 14 days if: • Dog is sold • Dog moves to a new address • Ownership changes Owners must also report any additional attacks. 17 Restraint Requirements & Enforcement TEXAS HEALTH & SAFETY CODE CHAPTER 822 Violations/Penalties A dangerous dog must be: • On a leash • Under the immediate control of a person OR Inside a secure enclosure that: Is locked • • Prevents public access and escape • Clearly marks as containing a • dangerous dog Is inspected and approved by Animal Protection Failure to comply may result in the surrender of the dog to Animal Protection. If a dangerous dog attacks and causes injury: • Class C misdemeanor: Bodily injury • Class A misdemeanor: Serious bodily injury or death • Possible court-ordered destruction of the dog • Civil penalty up to $10,000 18 MONICA DANGLER DIRECTOR OF ANIMAL SERVICES Monica.Dangler@austintexas.gov JASON GARZA ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, ANIMAL SERVICES Jason.Garza@austintexas.gov REBEKHA MONTIE FIELD SERVICES PROGRAM MANAGER, ANIMAL SERVICES Rebekha.Montie1@austintexas.gov Data reporting and presentation prepared by Sadie Spalding, Department Executive Assistant. Information is accurate as of August 6, 2026. 19