The City has a small controlled-climate animal shelter, a truck, and an Animal Control Officer who also has other duties.  Animal Control has responsibilities for mosquito control as well as conventional animal control duties. 

Animal Shelter Hours

Contact Information

Monday thru Friday 8:00 am  - 5:00 pm 972-468-4226 After Hours Emergencies: Dispatch # 972-468-4236 Pet Registration Animal Control Officer Sandra Potter SPotter@murphytx.org   Location: 205 North Murphy Road (behind Old City Hall)

Animal Control, a division of the Police Department, responds to domestic animals, wildlife, and livestock issues that arise throughout the city.

Including rabies awareness, investigates animal bites, lost pets, animals at large, adoptions, housing/caring for stray animals, public awareness on West Nile Virus along with treatment of stagnant water in the City, and so much more.

Please take time to visit your local shelter.