A fox that tested positive for rabies attacked a stray cat in July. Officials haven't been able to locate the cat since and are asking residents to report sick-looking wildlife right away.
KXAN Austin · July 2026After years running over capacity, the city is handing regional shelter duties to Hays County and will serve only San Marcos animals starting late 2026.
KVUE Austin · August 2026A state law still shapes today's rules: Texans who trap, neuter, and return community cats are protected from abandonment charges as long as the cats are part of a documented TNR program.
Feral Cat Laws in Texas · March 2026This year's National Pet Week data shows nearly 77.5 million U.S. households now have a pet, with the country's owned-cat population topping 76 million.
American Veterinary Medical Association · May 2026These stories are current as of September 2026.
