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1. How many dogs and cats are allowed?

Four dogs and 6 cats.

2. What do we do about barking dogs?

If it has become a nuisance, call the shelter at 662-895-4582 during business hours or call the police department at 662-895-4111 after hours.

3. What are the shelter hours?

Hours

Monday through Friday
8 am to 5 pm

Saturday
8 to 11 am 

4. Is there a leash law?

Yes, all animals including cats are to be on a leash or confined if you live in the city.

5. What do we do if a dog is being treated inhumanely?

Call the shelter and we will have an officer do a welfare check on the animal.

6. What is considered an emergency for after hours calls?

If the shelter is closed, it has to be a problem with an aggressive animal in order to dispatch an officer.

7. Do our animals have to wear their rabies tags?

Yes, it is a Mississippi law, but also helps in the return of your lost animal.