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1. Who do I call if I want to report an animal attack / bite / vicious animal?

Call the Odessa Police Dispatch at 911.

2. Who do I call if I want to report a stray, dead, or barking dog issue during or after regular business hours?

You contact Odessa Police Dispatch at 432-333-3641 (the non-emergency number).

3. Where can I find an updated copy of the Odessa City Ordinance?

You may access this information on the Codes and Ordinances page.

4. How can I get rid of stray / unwanted cats at my house?

You have two options:

1. You can contact Odessa Police Department at 432-333-3641 and report your cat issue. An officer will contact you with further information.
   1. Keep in mind, the feral cat issue is all over Odessa so it may take a week or so to get a trap set.
2. You can purchase your own trap and Field Operations will gladly service the trap for you (extract cat, reset, re-bait).

5. How many dogs / cats can I legally keep at my residence?

According to Article 2-3 Dogs and Cats (Section 2-3-1 Maximum Number), "It shall be unlawful for any person to keep, possess, or maintain dogs and/or cats in a total number exceeding 4 per premises," i.e. 2 dogs 2 cats, 1 cat 3 dogs, etc.

6. How often does my dog / cat / ferret need to receive the rabies vaccine?

According to Article 2-3 Dogs and Cats (Section 2-3-3), "The owner of each dog or cat four months of age or older shall obtain an annual vaccination-license certificate and tag from a veterinarian."

7. Will an Animal Control Officer come out and inspect my home / property to ensure my pets are within City ordinance?

Yes. Contact 432-333-3641 (the Odessa Police Department non-emergency number) and an officer will gladly come out and assist/inform you.

8. If I live in the county (red street signs) and have an animal issue, who do I contact?

If you live in the county, you need to contact the Ector County Sheriff’s Office at 432-335-3050.

9. If I want to report an animal related issue, can I stay anonymous?

Yes you can, but, we would rather you include our name and phone number so we may contact you if more information is needed. We never divulge your information.

10. If Animal Control picks up a stray animal and I want it, how can I adopt it?

If you choose to adopt an animal that has been picked up as a stray, you may go to the Animal Control Shelter located at 910 W 42nd Street and ask the staff for further information concerning adoptions or call 432-368-3527 to inquire.