Animal Control FAQ

Q: What is the phone number for Animal Control?

A: The phone number for Round Rock Animal Control is 255-5500.

Q: What do I do if I have lost my pet?

A: If your pet becomes lost, don’t give up. How carefully you search and how persistent and resourceful you are can determine whether or not your pet will be found. Look closest to home first, post lost signs in your neighborhood. Check with local veterinary clinics, notify neighbors, search found ads in local newspapers. Visit RR Animal Control’s Pet Adoption Spotlight to see recently sheltered animals. Contact other animal shelters in your area.

Q: Is there a leash law for dogs?

A: Yes. The City of Round Rock has a leash law which states that dogs are to be contained in a fenced yard, tied out, or on a leash at all times. This prevents them from endangering themselves, other animals or the public.

Q: Is there a leash law for cats?

A: The City of Round Rock has a nuisance law pertaining to cats. Once a cat leaves its yard it can be considered a nuisance and be impounded. There are several benefits to keeping your cats inside, such as preventing them from being hit by a car, attacked and killed by a dog or coyote, preventing them from contracting a disease (there are not vaccines available for all diseases), or being poisoned by antifreeze. There have also been several cases in which cats have killed bats that tested positive for rabies. Studies have shown that pets that live most or all of their lives indoors live healthier and longer lives.

Q: Is there a law for barking dogs?

A: Yes. A barking dog which disturbs someone either during the day or at night can be considered a nuisance. We recommend that dogs be brought in at night and if it is discovered that they are barking during the day (usually when the owner is at work) the dog may need to wear a bark preventative collar. These collars are inexpensive and available at many pet stores. If the dog continuously disturbs people around it, the owner can be issued a citation.

Q: Can I file a report if I get bitten by a dog?

A: Yes. More than 4.5 million people, mostly children, are bitten by dogs each year. If you’re bitten by any animal, report it to RR Animal Control immediately by calling 255-5500.

Q: Who do I call about dead animals on the side of the road?

A: Contact RR Animal Control for dead animals on city streets by calling 255-5500. For dead animals on Williamson County roads and bridges, call 943-3330. For the highways and frontage roads, call 331-5361 for dead deer. For other animals, call 930-6016.