Katy Animal Services Opens Adoptions; Summer is a Great Time to Welcome a Pet
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KATY MAGAZINE NEWS
May 27, 2025
By Natalie Cook Clark
Katy Animal Services is now open to adopting pets as they continue their rebrand and mission to serve the community and the help the animals who come to them. Summer is a great time for families to take on a new furry friend.
The Katy Animal Services has recently changed their branding to that from the Katy Animal Control. Their mission is to help find animals a loving home and in following that they are now open to adopt pets to approved Katy families.
“Our shared mission is to place our animals in a loving, permanent home, always acting in the best interest of their well-being,” says Katie Loewen, Animal Control Supervisor with the City of Katy Animal Services. “Until that happens, we ensure they receive the care, attention, and stimulation they need.”
Until animals are adopted, the service ensures they receive the care, attention, and stimulation that they need.
“Since I was elected to city council in 2020, the City of Katy has made a solid commitment to improving our animal control department,” says Councilmember Rory Robertson. “I am really proud of the improvements that we have seen first-hand over the past 4 1/2 years.”
All animals are kept for three days to allow time for owners to try and be contacted or call and claim them before they are put up for adoption. Those who wish to adopt must be 18-years-old and have a valid I.D.
“Our team is committed to ensuring each dog or cat is matched with a suitable home, prioritizing the well-being of both the animal and the adopting family,” says Loewen.
Currently they are only adopting out dogs as that is what they usually intake. There is no adoption fee, but that is expected to change at a later date.
All animals in our care are required to be spayed/neutered, vaccinated against rabies, and microchipped before they can be adopted. In addition, they receive core vaccinations and de-worming treatments to ensure they are ready for their new homes.
“We've also revamped our volunteer program, welcoming community members to spend time with our animals, take dogs for walks, or help with baths, all of which contribute to their overall health and happiness,” says Loewen.
According to Loewen, initiates like ‘Enrichment Friday’ when animals receive special treats to engage their minds.
Councilmember Robertson speaks highly of Loewen and Katy Police chief Bryon Woytek, and all the great employees and volunteers at the City of Katy Animals Services Department.
“These individuals have been working tirelessly for the animals,” says Robertson. “In early 2021, I stated that I wanted to see an Animal Services Department that we (the City of Katy) could be proud of. After personally seeing hundreds of dogs and cats saved since 2020, I am definitely proud of what this department has grown into and I am really excited about what is still to come.”
The recent rebrand aligns with the city’s goals for animal control and has been met with optimism.
“We are a community resource dedicated to saving lives, promoting responsible pet ownership, and creating lasting bonds between people and animals,” says Loewen. “Every adoption, every reunion, and every rescue is powered by compassion, and we invite the community to be part of that mission.”
Katy is home to multiple animal shelters and fostering programs. Summer is a great time to welcome a pet as most families have more time at home. Can’t adopt? Consider donating, volunteering or fostering.