The Port Arthur Animal Control's mission is to keep the city safe from stray and wild animals by relocating wild animals to safer areas and reuniting pets with their owners or finding them new homes. They encourage people to carefully consider if adoption is right for them and their lifestyle before adopting a pet, and to select an animal best suited to their needs with help from shelter staff. The shelter has animals waiting for adoption and is fundraising online to help pay for veterinary care for animals awaiting new families.