The Animal Control Officer has the responsibility of helping to control the animal population in Union County by picking up unwanted pets and lost or stray animals.County Animal Control service area includes the incorporated Towns of Carlisle, Jonesville and Lockhart. The City of Union provides animal control to citizens within its municipal boundaries. All animals (City and County) are transported to the County Animal Shelter located at the County Complex at 1647 Jonesville Highway (beside the Jail). This shelter is operated by the County in partnership with the City of Union.