County shelter · 7201 Levander Loop, Building A, Austin, TX 78702
Free microchip and pet ID tag for dogs and cats of Austin and Travis County residents at the city shelter on weekdays. Can't get there? Call 311 and an officer can come to you.
For people who live in the City of Austin or unincorporated Travis County.
Walk in on a weekday. For an officer to come to you, call 311 or 512-974-2000.
Monday to Friday, from 11am. Call 311 to check closing time.
| microchip | Free |
|---|---|
| pet ID tag | Free |
For dogs, cats.
Dogs must be on a leash and cats in a secure carrier. If you might have to give up your pet, the Pet Resource Center can help you look for ways to keep it.
We read this on the provider's own website on Sep 24, 2026: austintexas.gov/animal-services/free-and-low-cost-services, austintexas.gov/animal-services, austintexas.gov/animal-services/rehoming-pet. Spot a mistake?
Spay / neuter clinic · Mobile / rotating sites
Free spay or neuter for dogs and cats on a mobile clinic that visits Austin parks and rec centers. Austin and Travis County residents only. No appointment: line up at 6am, first come, first served, and spots run out.
Spay / neuter clinic · Mobile / rotating sites
Free spay or neuter for dogs and cats at large multi-day clinic events a few times a year, for Austin and Travis County residents. Shots, microchip and flea and tick prevention come free with surgery. Drop in early; first come until full.
Spay / neuter clinic · 10930 E. Crystal Falls Parkway, Leander
Nonprofit spay and neuter clinic in Leander: $200 for dogs, $100 for cats. Book online with a $30 deposit. Surgery check-in is 8:15 to 9am, Tuesday to Friday.