What this is
Harris County renews veterinary care contract for police dogs that help protect our neighborhoods and solve crimes across the county.
Type: Financial AuthorizationFile: 26-3106 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-05-04 Passed: 2026-05-14
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Key details
- Cost: $205,000 per year
- Provider: VCA Animal Hospitals
- Coverage: Medical care for Harris County police dogs
- Services: Health checkups, emergency care, specialized treatment
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
Police dogs help keep our neighborhoods safe by finding drugs, bombs, and missing people. They need medical care to stay healthy and do their jobs protecting Harris County families.
If this passes
Police dogs get regular medical care to stay healthy and ready to help with drug detection, search and rescue, and keeping our communities safe.
If this does not pass
Police dogs might not get the medical care they need, which could affect their ability to protect Harris County neighborhoods and help solve crimes.
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By the numbers
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