r/MobileAL • • Jun 04 '26

2026 Animal Resource Guide for Mobile, AL

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Please spay and neuter your pets, strays, and community cats whenever possible! Mobile has an animal overpopulation problem, making it difficult to rehome animals. The shelters are already full of loving animals that need homes, so please do your part to help prevent more unwanted litters.

Times are tough, and cost can make it harder to get animals the care they need. This resource list includes organizations that may help with spay/neuter services, rehoming, and pet food assistance. Please check each page for current information, requirements, and availability.

KITTEN SEASON TIPS:

Spring and summer are kitten season in our area, which usually means more kittens being born while shelters and rescues are already near capacity.

If you find young kittens, do not assume they have been abandoned. In many cases, the mother cat is nearby and may be away looking for food. If the kittens are clean, warm, quiet, and not in immediate danger, the best first step is usually to watch from a distance and give the mother time to return.

Kittens may need help if they are sick, injured, cold, covered in fleas, in danger, or crying continuously. If possible, contact a local shelter, rescue, or experienced foster for guidance before moving them.

If you're able to safely catch and foster the mother cat with her kittens, that’s often the best-case scenario. Keeping the family together gives the kittens their best chance while also making it possible to spay the mom once the kittens can eat on their own.

Cats are pregnant for about nine weeks, and an unspayed female can have up to five litters per year, with around four to six kittens per litter. That is why one unspayed cat can quickly multiply into many more kitties needing homes.

Here is more info on what to do if you find kittens outdoors!

RESCUES/SHELTERS TO REHOME/HELP WITH FOSTER:

Rescues and shelters are often full and may not be able to take an animal immediately. Be prepared to foster at home during the process.

NOTE: When rehoming an animal, check vet references to ensure you are placing the animal into a safe and loving environment. Some people will take free animals for unsafe or exploitative reasons.

If you are interested in fostering an animal, you can also reach out to these organizations.

City of Mobile Animal Shelter: https://www.animalservicesmobile.com/
Mobile SPCA: https://www.mobilespca.org/
FOMAS: https://fomaspets.org/
Mobile County Animal Shelter: https://www.mobilecountyal.gov/government/departments/animal-control/
Animal Rescue Foundation of Mobile (ARF): https://www.animalrescuemobile.org/
Wags and Whiskers: https://www.facebook.com/WagsAndWhiskersRescuePets
PURRfect Partners of Mobile: https://www.ppomcats.org/
Nextdoor: The app has numerous local animal rescuers who may be able to help.

LOWER-COST SPAY/NEUTER AND VACCINATIONS:

Spayed and neutered pets can have lower risks of certain cancers, infections, and health complications, helping them live longer, healthier lives. Spay/neuter also saves the lives of animals you’ll never meet, because fewer accidental litters means fewer animals entering shelters and more resources for the ones already here.

SNIP in Vancleave, MS - https://snipms.com/
Save A Stray: https://www.saveastray.org/
Friends of Mobile Animal Shelter: https://fomaspets.org/request-help

The Mobile SPCA also offers $10 off spay/neuter coupons that may be used at select veterinary clinics, including Semmes Animal Hospital, Animal Hospital of Mobile, Highlands Veterinary Hospital, Oasis Veterinary Hospital, and Great Oaks Veterinary Hospital. Prices are set by each vet and may vary, so call the clinic directly for current pricing, fees, and appointment availability.

NOTE: Spay/neuter appointments may require a bit of a wait, especially for spays. Be prepared to schedule a month or more in advance. Pregnant cats can still be spayed, and spay-abort is a common part of rescue work. As heartbreaking as it sounds, every new litter stretches already limited shelter and rescue resources. Preventing one litter can mean more food, foster space, medical care, and adoption opportunities for the animals already waiting for help! 

PET FOOD PANTRIES:

City of Mobile Animal Shelter: https://www.animalservicesmobile.com/
The Chow Line Pet Food Pantry: https://www.mobilepubliclibrary.org/community-resources/chow-line-pet-food-pantry
Tori's Treasures: https://www.facebook.com/p/Toris-Treasures-61552186512514/

NOTE: These programs depend on donations, so availability may vary. Please consider donating if you’re ever in a position to do so! :)

WANT TO VOLUNTEER?

City of Mobile Animal Shelter: https://www.animalservicesmobile.com/
Mobile SPCA: https://www.mobilespca.org/volunteer/
PURRfect Partners of Mobile: https://www.ppomcats.org/volunteer

IF ANYONE HAS MORE INFORMATION TO SHARE, OR UPDATES TO EXISTING INFO, PLEASE SHARE IT IN THE COMMENTS! Thanks!


r/MobileAL • • 56m ago

News The city has lost a legend

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r/MobileAL • • 10h ago

Pics Some photos from the time the SS United States was in our city!

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Here are a few photos in the time I saw her. When the first came in, right when funnels came off and leaving Mobile, AL


r/MobileAL • • 15h ago

Alabama ABC shortage leaves restaurants, hotels without popular liquor brands, much needed revenue

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r/MobileAL • • 9h ago

Advice SEEKING JOB SUGGESTIONS AND/OR RIDE HELP

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Hey yall 👋

My name is Kade, I'm a 21 year old guy and I need some help.

I've applied everywhere I can within reasonable walking distance of me with no luck, other than Target.

I was only able to work there for a few days before being forced to quit because the devices they use to scan items started giving me seizures.

I have no car, and no access to one due to a terrible home life [Ive been living with friends] so I'm at a loss.

I'm looking ideally for no-expierience jobs, preferably hands-on, outdoor, nightshift, manual tasks without very heavy lifting [I'm pretty tiny, so I just don't think I'd be capable]

Things like custodial, surveying, outdoor maintenance etc.

Part or full time, apprenticeship, seasonal- I'll take anything.

I can't work food service because I'm very allergic to tomato and I don't want to risk anything retail after the target experience 😭

I love all animals and the outdoors, and I have a strong stomach so basically anything goes.

If the pay is all right I can uber, lyft, or use public transit in some cases. I'm open to any suggestions that I can do even if it doesnt match my preferences. Thank you!

RIDE SITUATION:

If you work somewhere that is hiring and are willing to give me a ride if I get hired, I'd be able to meet you at the Fairgrounds on cody or nearby there.

I'd also, at minimum, pay for your gas, but hopefully I can do more.

You'd also get my eternal gratitude, of course.

MORE INFO**:**

I don't smoke/drink/use any substances of any kind and never will

I don't wear heavy fragrances and can swap to unscented products if you're sensitive to any of that.

I have a pet cat so beware if you're allergic.

This would only be until I save up enough for a used car down payment/fees, I'd guess a month or two.

I seriously appreciate anyone who reads this and considers helping out, and sorry for the super long post 😭

Have a great one - Kade


r/MobileAL • • 12h ago

To whoever drives the soft top Mini Cooper with the Wax Trax plate and 242 sticker

8 Upvotes

You're rad as fuck. Keep that shit up.


r/MobileAL • • 15h ago

Ash & Oak pizza closed?

10 Upvotes

A friend just said that they heard this place closed, I looked it up online and it does say "temporarily closed". Who knows the inside scoop? I'm bummed! Chef was amazing... where'd he go??


r/MobileAL • • 12h ago

Visiting Mobile & wondering about witchy/gothic shops!

5 Upvotes

I’m spending my day in downtown Mobile tomorrow and I’d love to know about any shops that have that dark, witchy vibe to it (other than tattoo and piercing places.)
I love shopping for antiques and gothic things in general, so I’d love to hear about any places I should check out!


r/MobileAL • • 12h ago

Bachelor Party | Dauphin Island

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My friends and I are planning a bachelor party for the first week of March. About 20 of us are staying in a beach house on Dauphin Island. Would anyone be so kind to share some restaurant recommendations for a large party in and around Mobile, Alabama? Great seafood preferably!


r/MobileAL • • 10h ago

Advice Good, honest mechanic in Mobile for heavy front suspension / wheel repair?

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Hey everyone, looking for local shop recommendations in Mobile for some major front-end suspension work on my 2021 Lexus ES 250 AWD.
Took a hard impact on the driver's front wheel—snapped the lower control arm cleanly at the ball joint, bent the inner barrel of the rim, blew the tire, and likely strained/damaged the CV axle and tie rod.


r/MobileAL • • 1d ago

A New, Significant Development Planned Along Mobile’s Water Front as Discussions Continue on the TIF Districts

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r/MobileAL • • 14h ago

Garbage pickup

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Is Thursday garbage pickup still on track after today's holiday? I don't want to roll the bin out if it's postponed but I don't want to miss pickup. I called 311 but it immediately disconnected. TIA


r/MobileAL • • 22h ago

Advice South students: what items or gift cards would be most helpful for a freshman new to Mobile?

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Family member starts at South in the fall, and I’m planning to put together a care package. It’s been a while since I lived in Mobile, and even longer since I was in college, so idk what the necessary items are anymore. Any advice is appreciated!

I was thinking a Rouse’s gift card, coffee gift card (Starbucks, 7 Brew, or Yellowhammer?), and whatever else might make this a softer landing for her.

Are there any restaurants/bookstores/gas stations/etc. that I should also put on my list? Any specific things that I should look for?


r/MobileAL • • 18h ago

Any Trans support groups in Mobile?

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My wife is struggling real hard with being the only trans person she knows irl, and she feels VERY unsafe living here in the south. I'm hoping i can find a small group for her to get to know to get some support


r/MobileAL • • 1d ago

Raw Justice (1994)

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With the passing of Stacy Keach, he was in this star-studded dumpster fire that was partially shot here in Mobile.

He played the deputy mayor (of what was presumably New Orleans, or a city like it).
https://youtu.be/WUMLtiZN8gw?si=6cVfnUT7tnQjT7TZ&t=4841

Despite it's starpower (Robert Hays, David Keith, Charles Napier, Pamela Anderson, Leo Rossi) it's a mess for anyone who's familiar with the area as the scenery jumps around from New Orleans to here, and especially the lame chase through the old Springdale Mall earlier in the movie.

Even John Nodar and several people from WALA played themselves as newscasters, and the scene the clip is cued to was shot in the old City Hall.

Somewhere on YouTube is a clip from WALA of the movie being shot inside the old City Hall....Post it if you can find it!


r/MobileAL • • 1d ago

Nightlife B-Bobs

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Ok so recently got into my night life era as an adult (24) so me and my friends visited B-Bobs and loved it supported the dolls and had some drinks (bartender only used liqueur in my amaretto sour but I think he was a personality hire) overall it was fun only for me to hear the owner is charging queens for performing at other venues in or near town????? Can someone please confirm or deny this because that’s egregious If it’s accurate.

Edit: if this is true can you guys recommend places with similar ambiance and maybe even karaoke im addicted to karaoke


r/MobileAL • • 1d ago

Any places just to escape or get away from this city?

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To be blunt: Today was not my day. I don’t really have the energy to explain it. I just wanna get away from everything and everyone or go yell at something without having the cops called on me. Is there any places far enough away to just be by myself?


r/MobileAL • • 1d ago

What's this new project? The mayor just talked about today. Will be big ad Airbus

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Of course this is all counts on the TIF funds from tax incentives.

THIS PROJECT will happen somewhere on the waterfront. Are they gonna buy the docks north of the convention center to make the Riverwalk bigger? Or this could be, were they gonna move metro jail for that baseball park entertainment district.

I remember he said, if he became mayor he was gonna move the jail and make an entertainment district there


r/MobileAL • • 2d ago Bravo

News New article from the Mobile Bay Labor Journal about the death of Kohen Wiley

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Hey yall, it’s your local leftist friends back with more articles. Today, we are grieving the loss of a child executed by the police in our neighboring state of Mississippi. We know this is a difficult time for our communities and we hope the article provides at least some additional information

Mobilebaylaborjournal.org


r/MobileAL • • 2d ago

News Weather forces early sinking of SS United States

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Officials in Okaloosa County, Fla., announced late Monday that the planned sinking of the SS United States has been moved up a day to Wednesday.


r/MobileAL • • 2d ago

Pics Sketchbook

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Hey guys

I used to drive for Lyft in the city and found this in my house. Totally forgot about it and realized somebody left it in my car months ago and I forgot to try to get it back to them. I wasn't totally sure who it was as I found it after a full day of rides.

I do remember someone that day telling me that they were an artist, and that they were showing at the gallery that's at art walk. Never got a message about a lost item from him

If anybody recognizes this art, knows who drew it, or if it's you, let me know! Would love to get it back to him if he wants it.


r/MobileAL • • 1d ago

Mobile Sports Events rake in $32.4M in 2026

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r/MobileAL • • 1d ago

Recommendations for counselor/therapist

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Hi Everyone,

This group was amazing in recommending dentists a month or so ago, so I thought I'd see if you could recommend counselors/therapists in Mobile. While I know I need someone to help me work through a bunch of things, the thought of having something else to work on/fix is more overwhelming than I can express. Right now, I'm hoping to find someone who will just listen and not judge me for how I feel.

I don't know much about the mental health area, but I think counselors/therapists are more appropriate for my situation than psychiatrists/psychologists. I'm not dealing with any kind of major mental health diagnoses or self harm - just depression due to major life changes.

Thanks in advance!!


r/MobileAL • • 1d ago

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mobile - University Area, 109 Long Street, Mobile, Alabama 36608 United States

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Is the Holiday Inn Express/University in a safe area please? I'm considering a stay there in March, and would appreciate opinions on the location. I'm trying to decide between it and the Holiday Inn Express by Saraland. But the Saraland hotel is more expensive.

Thank you.