Don't Miss Dogs On Parade Tuesday July 17th!

New hours starting week of April 21!

Starting the week of April 21, the Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter will be open to the public Monday-Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for walk-in services. Phone service will be available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on those same days.

With our current staffing levels, we can only provide service to the public five days a week. We decided to close on Saturdays after determining that we receive noticeably fewer calls and visits on Saturdays than on weekdays. As always, we will continue providing care to pets at the shelter seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Remember, you can visit our website at any time to report a lost or found animal, view stray pets at the shelter, license your dog online, and more.

News article

Health and Human Services

Animal Services

Posted July 9, 2012

Release date: 07/09/2012
Sponsored by: Health and Human Services Department, Animal Services Division

Dogs On Parade is back at Hillsboro Tuesday Marketplace

On Tuesday July 17th, downtown Hillsboro will once again be the place to be for dogs and their people when the Hillsboro Tuesday Marketplace(Link is external) and the Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter celebrate their annual "Dogs on Parade" event. People are encouraged to bring their friendly, social dogs, but there is plenty of fun to be had even without a canine companion in tow.

The evening's schedule includes:

5:30: Doggie Demonstrations: Watch examples of some awesome teamwork and training including a Washington County K9 officer, 4-H dog obedience club, tricks, and more. While you're watching the demonstrations, sign up for the Dog Parade!

7:00: Dog Parade: You and your pooch can join the parade through the Tuesday Marketplace. It's a fun, short walk and people love to watch the dogs strut their stuff.

7:30: Contests: Dog-Owner Look-Alike, Smallest Dog (over 1-year-old), Largest Dog, Best Trick, Best Costume. GREAT Prizes for first and second place!

Festivities will be emceed by Channel 12's Kimberly Maus.

A donation of $5 is suggested for participating animals, but no one will be turned away for lack of an entry fee. Register early by filling out this form and mailing it in.

Support the shelter and have a great time on Tuesday, July 17th at Hillsboro Tuesday Marketplace!