(713) 467-9762
Animal Control
Our City Staff provides animal control within Bunker Hill Village. Our employees are trained and licensed to provide this service.
Annual Animal registration is no longer necessary in the City; however, residents should know the City Ordinances regarding number of animals allowed and other requirements.
A City Ordinance recently adopted states that it shall be unlawful for a person to possess or keep at any one location, including in any one building, residential dwelling, or on any one lot, more than:
- Four dogs over four months of age;
- Four cats over four months of age;
- A combination of four dogs and cats over four months of age;
- One litter not over four months of age from any dog, cat, or other household pet.
In addition, Bunker Hill does not allow animals to run "at large" unless controlled by a leash, cord or chain.
Animals are also listed under the City's Public Nuisance Ordinance with respect to activities of animals: Destruction of property, creating or causing loud noises, overturning trash containers or spreading trash or like items, or engaging in or entering into any activity which may reasonably be considered to be a nuisance to persons, or property of others. No owner, keeper or person responsible for the supervision of any animal shall permit such animal to, or fail to prevent such animal from, creating a nuisance to persons, property or other animals within the city.
See the City's Code of Ordinances for all information on animals in the City.
The Muni Code may not yet contain the latest update on the number of animals.
Animal Impound Fee Schedule
The City of Bunker Hill Village has established the following fee schedule for redemption of impounded animals.
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Impound Fee (per animal) |
$50 |
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Boarding fee |
$10/per day |
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All Medical Treatment Costs |
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To report a lost/found pet in Bunker Hill Village, please contact the city at 713-464-9762 or the Memorial Villages Police Department at 713-365-3700.
For lost & found pets, please check MVPD's facebook page for updates of lost & found pets in our community.
The City of Bunker Hill Village is NOT an animal shelter.
Piney Point Animal Services must go through the City of Piney Point Village 713-782-0271 or Memorial Villages Police Department 713 -365-3700.
Helpful Contact Information:
Harris County Animal Control
612 Canino Rd, Houston, TX 77076
Phone: (218) 999-3191 Hours:11AM-4PM
countypets.com
City of Houston Animal Control
3200 Carr St Houston, TX 77026
Phone: 311 or (713) 837-0311
houstontx.gov/barc
A Leash:
It's a great safety device -- protects your pet from traffic and unrestrained animals.
It's a great "good neighbor" policy -- prevents your dog from trespassing on neighbor's property during your walk. It also keeps your dog from jumping up on children or adults you encounter, ensuring that your dog has the chance to be properly introduced.
It's a great identification tool -- symbolizes that the dog has an owner, and enables someone who sees the leash and identification tag attached to the dog's collar to locate you in the event you and your pet become separated.
It's a great relief to wildlife -- keeps your dog from harassing squirrels, possums, and other wildlife.
It's a great way to be your dog's best friend -- rewards your dog and you with fresh air, exercise, and companionship.
A leash -- use it -- be a good neighbor -- be a good friend -- keep your dog under control.
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SEC. 3-23. RUNNING AT LARGE PROHIBITED.
It shall be unlawful for the owner to permit any dog or cat to be at large upon the streets, alleys, and public grounds of the city, or upon the premises of any person not the owner or keeper of such dog or cat. any dog or cat on the streets, alleys, or public grounds of the city on the premises of any person not the owner or keeper thereof, shall be at large, in violation of this section, unless such dog or cat is under the control of the owner or keeper, or his agent, by means of a leash, chain, rope or cord not more than fifteen (15) feet in length and of sufficient strength to control the conduct of the dog or cat. (ord. no. 169, section 8, 12-3-73)
