The Animal Control's mission is to balance the health, safety and welfare needs of people and animals within the City of Burkburnett by:

• Protecting the rights of people from the dangers and nuisances caused by uncontrollable animals.
  
• Ensuring the legal protection of animals from mistreatment.
  
• Promoting motivating and enforcing responsible pet ownership.
  
• Providing animal-related services to the citizens of Burkburnett.
  
• Educating the public through presentations and public relations.
  
• Responding to questions citizens may have regarding animals and referring them as necessary to the correct party.