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1. Best ways to handle a move with pets: How To Move With Pets

2. How much does it cost to get a dog license in the Town of Sahuarita?: See STC 3.10.180 Fee Schedule for current fees.

3. Where is the HSSA shelter?: HSSA operates its main shelter at 635 W. Roger Road in Tucson.

4. Will HSSA accept all stray Sahuarita animals?

HSSA will accept all animals brought into its main shelter by the Sahuarita ACO or Police Officers.

If you have captured a stray animal, please call the Sahuarita ACO.

5. What if my pet gets out and is taken to HSSA?: Call HSSA. HSSA priortizes returning animals to their homes. If your pet is taken to HSSA, HSSA will do everything it can to help reunite you with your pet.

6. What should I do with a cat or dog that I can no longer take care of?: Pet owners can surrender their animal to The Animal League of Green Valley or HSSA.
To schedule an appointment with HSSA, call 520-327-6088 x111. Owners are charged a one-time drop-off fee, which covers vaccinations, health check, microchip and spay/neuter if needed, boarding and adoption.

7. I’m not sure if I am a Sahuarita resident. How can I find out if I live in the Sahuarita town limits?: To determine your residence is in the Town of Sahuarita, please check the Pima County GIS Street Address Number Search.

8. If I live in Green Valley, can I go to Anamax Recreation Center to license my dog?: No, the Town of Sahuarita only licenses dogs of owners who live within the Town boundaries. Pima County residents can license their dogs through Pima Animal Care Center (PACC). To check where to license (it can be confusing with different ZIP codes), go to the Pima County GIS site, search your street address number, and view the jurisdiction column.

9. Who do I call if there is a stray dog in my neighborhood?: The Sahuarita ACO at 520-445-7877 (PUPS).

10. Who do I call if my neighbor’s dog is constantly barking?: The Sahuarita ACO at 520-445-7877 (PUPS).

11. What do I do if I see an animal I suspect is rabid?: Call 911.

12. What do I do if an animal bites me?: Seek immediate medical attention and call 911.

13. Who do I call about wild animals?: Arizona Game and Fish, 520-628-5376, or online.

14. Who should I call to report loose livestock?: Call the Town of Sahuarita Public Works Streets Department at 520-344-7100. They will attempt to contact the local livestock owner.