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Bryant Animal Control
& Adoption Center
25700 Interstate 30 N  Bryant, Arkansas 72022
Phone: 501-653-0765    Fax: 501-653-2022

www.bryant.petfinder.com
 
Tricia Power, Director
tpower@cityofbryant.com
 
“Many have forgotten this truth,... You remain responsible, forever, for what you have tamed.”  
                                                        —Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince

 

Upcoming Events

 

M A R C H

 

March 13, 2010 - Low Cost Vaccination Clinic, Hosted by the Humane Society of Saline County, with Dr. Tina Fletcher.  1:00pm - 4:00pm at the Senior Adult Center in Benton. 

 

March 23, 2010 - FREE Cat Neuter Clinic - Hosted by Guardian Angels Cat Rescue & Adoption Shelter with Dr. Tina Fletcher, Hot Springs, AR.  You must pre-register for this event, and Rabies Vaccines are available for a nominal fee.  Call 501-623-3484 to Pre-Register or Email fixmytom@guardianangelscatclub.org

 

A P R I L

 

April 10 & 11 - K-9 Splash & Dash at 5920 Hwy 5 in Bryant is hosting a Pet Adoption & Fundraising Event.  Money raised for all Dog Baths on these two days goes to support adoption efforts at Bryant Animal Shelter.
 
Pet Adoption Hours at the Event:
Saturday, April 10: 10am - 5:00pm
Sunday, April 11: 12:00 noon - 4:00pm
 
Call K-9 Splash and Dash at 501- 847-7336
for more information and to make an appointment.
 

M A Y

 

May 1 & 2, 2010 - ADOPT-A-THON...Info coming soon!

 


Bryant Animal Control is responsible the enforcement of local and state laws regarding companion animals within the Bryant City Limits.  In doing so, we must occasionally impound and accept unwanted animals.  The animals are held for a minimum amount of time per local ordinance and then made available for adoption, when appropriate.

The Adoption Center is open Monday - Saturday  12 noon -4:30pm.
(Closed Sundays and Holidays)

Holiday Hours:

The shelter will be CLOSED Good Friday, April 2 - Easter Sunday, April 4, 2010.

We are now showing pets at Petsmart in West Little Rock on Sundays.
Stop the West Little Rock Petsmart Store and help us save a life!


Can a license plate save lives?

Yes, when that license plate is the official SUPPORT ANIMAL RESCUE AND SHELTERS license plate from the State of Arkansas!

Visit the Dept of Finance & Administration's website at:

http://www.arkansas.gov/dfa/motor_vehicle/mv_plates_detail.php?pl_id=143


Donate a Bed

Our dogs love to sleep on Kuranda Dog beds, but we don't have enough for everyone. If you would like to donate a bed at a special wholesale price for a another dog to sleep in comfort, please donate a Kuranda dog bed.


 


Seasonal Announcements...

Spring is nearly hear, and it is a time of renewal - the grass will grow, flowers will bloom and that also means puppy & kitten season at the shelter.  Please, have your pet spayed or neutered and save the life of a homeless animal in a shelter.  If you need assistance with finding low-cost spay or neuter in Saline County contact the Humane Society of Saline County at 501-557-5518.

Rescue/Pet Placement Organizations...
We welcome Rescue and Pet Placement Organizations, call or email for details.

City Ordinances...

(this list highlights the various animal - related ordiances in the City of Bryant, this does not include all of the ordinances.)

  • Leash Law.... Bryant City ordinance requires that all pets be confined to the owners property, by a fence, leash or lead.  When off the owners property, they must be confined by a carrier, in a vehicle or by a leash.
  • Licensing... All dogs and cats kept within the City limits of Bryant must be licensed with the City.  For details contact Animal Control at 501-653-0765 or email us at bryantanimalcontrol@yahoo.com .
  • Barking...   Barking must be kept to a minimum, so that it is not distrubing to neighbors.  If you are experiencing a problem with a barking dog, please contact us at 501-653-0765 or email us at bryantanimalcontrol@yahoo.com .
  • Exotic Pets... Certain exotic pets, such as snakes and large cats, must have a Wild Animal Permit to be kept within the Bryant City Limits.  For more information on how to obtain a Wild Animal Permit, please contact us at 501-653-0765 or email us at bryantanimalcontrol@yahoo.com .
  • Livestock... There are no City ordinances that prohibit the keeping of livestock within the Bryant City limits, however, you must provide proper care for them, including shelter.
  • Animal Establishment Permits... Any business which operates and provides grooming or boarding services or any business that sells animals to the public must have an Animal Establishment Permit prior to operating within the City Limits of Bryant.  Contact us for details on how to apply for a permit at 501-653-0765 or email Tricia Power, Animal Control Director at tpower@cityofbryant.com.

Our Wish List...
Bedding such as old blankets and towels (Always needed!)
Monetary donations are always welcome.

Thanks to everyone who has already donated so much to the shelter we THANK YOU!!!!!

Adopting a friend...
Its easy!!  Just come in to the shelter, or visit one of our off-site adoption locations at Petsmart on Sundays (times and dates vary) and see who is here!  We'll help you with the rest!!!

Department Directory...

   Tricia Power, Director email :tpower@cityofbryant.com

   Justin Shipe, Animal Control Officer email: jshipe@cityofbryant.com

   Rebecca Fitch, Animal Control Officer email: rfitch@cityofbryant.com

   Rebecca Bennett, Animal Control Officer email: rbennett@cityofbryant.com

Come Visit Us!
   We are located at 25700 Interstate 30 in Bryant, Arkansas. 

From Little Rock, go west on I-30 take the Alexander Rd Exit #126 continue on the access road for exactly one mile, we are on the right.  From Benton, Take the Alexander Rd exit #126, cross over the Interstate and continue on the north access road for approx 7/10ths of a mile, we are on the right.

Phone: 501-653-0765 



Documents

File Name
1 Photo and Coloring Contest Rules.doc
How do animal shelters decide what animals to make available for adoption.doc
How do I adopt a pet.doc
How do I notify the correct authorities about animal abuse or neglect that I have witnessed.doc
How long are animals held at an animal shelter before being euthanized.doc
How many animals enter shelters each year.doc
I need to give up my pet what do I do.doc
I was denied an adoption and I want to know what to do.doc
Information for Saline County Residents.doc
Is there a national organization in charge of my local animal shelter.doc
We recently adopted an animal from my local shelter that we later found out was sick.doc
When I visited my local shelter I saw animals without food and water why.doc
Why are animals euthanized and how is euthanasia performed.doc
Why arent all shelters no kill shelters.doc
Why do shelters charge an adoption fee.doc
Why does my local shelter require that all adopted animals be spayed or neutered.doc
 

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