Animal Control

Please read our rabies and animal control order #171 information book.

Rabies has been at epidemic levels in central Texas.  Please make sure your pets are vaccinated against this terrible disease.

Animal Control

Steven McKin

Animal Control Clerk

Pat Machuca

3005 W San Antonio,

New Braunfels, Texas 78130

Phone: 830-608-2016  

Fax: 830-608-2082

Rabies and Animal Control Order #171 Information Book

This is the main section that was updated in the latest revision of Order 171

3.2       VACCINATIONS: The owner of a dog or cat shall have the animal vaccinated against rabies after the age of three (3) months and before the age of four (4) months. All animals must receive a second rabies vaccination within one (1) year of receiving their first vaccination, regardless of the type of vaccine used or the age at which the animal was initially vaccinated. After the second rabies vaccination, the dog or cat must be vaccinated against rabies at least every three (3) years thereafter and in accordance with state rules. Any person moving into the County from a location outside of the County shall comply with this Section within ten (10) days after having moved into the County.

Contents:

Authority and Intent

Definitions

Rabies Control

Reporting Bites from Animals Susceptible to Rabies

Quarantine Procedures for Animals

Prohibition of a Nuisance

Treatment of Animals

Unlawful Restraint of Dogs

Ownership of Dangerous Dogs

Dogs Causing Death or Serious Bodily Injury to a Person

Dogs and Coyotes that are a Danger to Animals

Creation, Supervision and Duties of Local Health Authority

Interference with the Animal Control Officer

Licensing Requirement and Impoundment Fees

Confidentially and Nondisclosure

General Provisions

Effective date of order January 17, 2008.  Approved by Comal County Commissioners Court.

Revised June 24, 2008

Rabies is currently at epidemic levels in central Texas.  Please make sure your pets are vaccinated against this terrible disease.  

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