City of Brownsville - Department of Health, Wellness, and Animal Services

09/11/2026

The 4th annual A Toast to Tails Gala is quickly approaching! 🐾
Join us as we celebrate and support BTX BARCC's mission to provide essential resources and raise crucial funds for the care of abandoned animals. Your help can go a long way!

Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-barcc-toast-to-tails-gala-tickets-1992443871254

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact us at [email protected] or call us at (956) 544-7351

It’s that time of year again! 🎉🐾

Get ready for the 4th Annual A Toast to Tails Gala happening on November 6th, 2026!

Join us for an unforgettable evening dedicated to supporting BARCC’s mission to provide community resources and raise crucial funds for the care of abandoned animals.

Interested in becoming a sponsor?
We’d love to hear from you!
Contact us at [email protected] or call (956) 544-7351.

🎉 **Want to join the celebration?** 🐾

🎟️ **Grab your tickets to the 2026 BARCC Toast to Tails Gala!**

👉 **Get your tickets through the link in the comments!** 🥂🐶🐱

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ✨

09/11/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined our first workshop for the Municipal Tire Ordinance 2026-1798! 🛞
If you were unable to attend, we will be having one more workshop tomorrow, Saturday September 12th, at the Southmost Public Library. We will have 2 sessions:
• English: 9–10 a.m.
• Spanish: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

If you have any questions, contact us at (956) 542-3437 or [email protected]

09/09/2026

WORKSHOPS HAPPENING THIS WEEK 🚨
𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟭𝟳𝟵𝟴 𝗴𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.
All tire businesses, scrap tire generators, and tire haulers will need an annual license to ensure proper tire storage, tire identification, and more.

Make sure your business is ready and join us at our free workshops:
𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬
𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆
• English: 9–10 a.m.
• Spanish: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟮
𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆
• English: 9–10 a.m.
• Spanish: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

09/09/2026

Here's a Wellness Wednesday recipe that is perfect for kickoff! 🏈
Packed with fiber, vitamins, and protein, this recipe is the perfect snack at any party! Give it a try and let us know what you think!

09/03/2026

Reminder ‼️
Municipal Tire Ordinance 2026-1798 goes into effect on October 1, 2026.
All tire businesses, scrap tire generators, and tire haulers will need an annual license to ensure proper tire storage, tire identification, and more.

Join us at our free workshops to learn everything you need to stay compliant:
𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬
𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆
• English: 9–10 a.m.
• Spanish: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟮
𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆
• English: 9–10 a.m.
• Spanish: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Make sure your business is ready! 🛠️

09/02/2026

It's Wellness Wednesday!
Looking for a tasty, healthy way to start your mornings? Look no further!
Try this smoothie recipe and let us know what you think! 🍫

08/26/2026

It's Wellness Wednesday! 🍩
Here is a quick, simple recipe that is fun, too! Give it a try and let us know what you think!

08/26/2026

Get ready! 🚨
Municipal Tire Ordinance 2026-1798 goes into effect on October 1, 2026.
All tire businesses, scrap tire generators, and tire haulers will need an annual license to ensure proper tire storage, tire identification, and more.
Need help? We’ve got you! 💡
Join us at our free workshops to learn everything you need to stay compliant:

Thursday, September 10
Central Public Library
• English: 9–10 a.m.
• Spanish: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Saturday, September 12
Southmost Public Library
• English: 9–10 a.m.
• Spanish: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Come get your questions answered and make sure your business is ready! 🛠️

08/26/2026

Are you ready, Brownsville?
Join us in supporting BARCC’s continued mission to provide community resources and raise crucial funds for the care of abandoned animals on November 6th at the 4th annual A Toast to Tails Gala! 🐾

Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Contact us at [email protected] or call (956) 544-7351.

Grab your single tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-barcc-toast-to-tails-gala-tickets-1992443871254

It’s that time of year again! 🎉🐾

Get ready for the 4th Annual A Toast to Tails Gala happening on November 6th, 2026!

Join us for an unforgettable evening dedicated to supporting BARCC’s mission to provide community resources and raise crucial funds for the care of abandoned animals.

Interested in becoming a sponsor?
We’d love to hear from you!
Contact us at [email protected] or call (956) 544-7351.

🎉 **Want to join the celebration?** 🐾

🎟️ **Grab your tickets to the 2026 BARCC Toast to Tails Gala!**

👉 **Get your tickets through the link in the comments!** 🥂🐶🐱

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ✨

08/20/2026

It's World Mosquito Day! Let's bring awareness to mosquito-borne diseases and the importance of prevention and control! 🦟
Mosquito control is not just the work of local programs. Simple actions at home, like eliminating standing water, play an important role in reducing mosquito populations and protecting your community. Tip and toss to reduce mosquito risk!