Who To Call For Dead Animal Pick Up In Houston
Dealing with a deceased animal can be a distressing and messy situation. If you’re in Houston, Texas, and need help figuring out who to call for dead animal pick up, you’ve come to the right place.
I’m pretty quick to call the city if I notice illegal dumping, a water leak, or in this case a dead animal in or near my neighborhood. If dead animals are not disposed of quickly this leads to lots of undesirable problems like unpleasant smells, the potential to spread disease to your pet, or even attracting rodents and scavengers.
In this article, we will discuss who to call for dead animal pick up in Houston, what types of animals they handle, and other disposal methods you can use.
Free Dead Anmal Pick Up In Houston (City of Houston Solid Waste)
The City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department is the agency responsible for managing dead animal pickups in Houston. You can request their services by calling 3-1-1 or visiting the 311 Houston website.
What Kind Of Dead Animals The City of Houston Will Pick Up?
- Small dead animals such as dogs, cats, or others of similar size are collected at no charge.
- Large dead animals like horses and cattle are collected for a fee.
Houston Dead Animal Pick Up Times
Dead animals on a curb or a City of Houston maintained street are collected Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Dead Animals on Houston Freeways and Feeder Roads
For dead animals located on freeways and feeder roads, you need to contact the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) directly at 713-802-5000 or submit a request at their contact form. Make sure to select “road debris/litter/dead animal” in the Contact Reason drop-down box.
Pet Disposal Options In Houston
If your pet has passed away, you may want to contact your veterinarian or a pet crematory instead of using the free dead animal pick up service offered by the City of Houston SWMD.
When my dog Bijou passed away a few years ago, I took her to a local emergency vet in League City where they made the process very easy considering the tough circumstances. She was very sick and they humanely put her down, giving us time to be with her. Afterward, they gave us options for disposal which included cremation.
If you have an older pet, I would encourage you to at least speak to your vet about options and pricing related to pet disposal, prior to them getting sick. Knowing your options, what it will cost, and where you will go, will just make the process so much easier when that day comes.
24-Hour Animal Removal Services In Houston
You can simply Google “Houston dead animal removal” for listings of private companies that will come to your home to remove a dead animal. This service might be needed if you have a dead rat, raccoon, or squirrel in your attic or between the walls of your home.
These companies can find the dead animal by either searching through attic insulation, cutting a hole in your wall, or crawling under your home to get the dead animal. In addition, you can also talk to them about sealing the hole where the animal may have gotten into your attic to prevent future problems.
Who Do I Call For A Dead Animal In Harris County?
If you find a dead animal in unincorporated Harris County, which includes cities such as Aldine, Atascocita, Barrett, Channelview, Cloverleaf, Crosby, Highlands, and Sheldon, you should call the County Operator at (713) 755-5000.
They will be able to guide you through the appropriate steps to take for dead animal removal and provide necessary assistance. By contacting the County Operator, you can ensure proper handling and disposal of the deceased animal, keeping your community clean and safe.
Conclusion
In Houston, contact the City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department by calling 3-1-1 for dead animal pick up services. If the deceased animal is located on a freeway or feeder road, reach out to the Texas Department of Transportation at 713.802.5000.
Dealing with the death of an animal is never easy, but knowing who to call for dead animal pick up can make the process a little less stressful, so keep these numbers handy if you have questions about 24 hour dead animal pick up in your area.
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Nick Bryant is the author of Understanding Healthcare Is Half The Battle and a Senior Counselor with 13+ years of experience working in community health and mental health. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching WWE on Friday nights, and working toward a Google Data Analytics certification. If you have additional questions about community resources or government assistance programs, simply leave a comment below and he will follow up as soon as possible.
