The Brief
- Residents say conditions have worsened: Homeowners report feral hogs have caused extensive damage to neighborhood lawns in recent months and fear the animals could spread disease or injure pets, children or elderly residents.
- County cited limits on its authority: Commissioner Lesley Briones’ office said it actively manages feral hogs on public lands but cannot legally trap animals on private property, urging homeowners and HOAs to hire licensed wildlife contractors.
- Homeowners want more action: Residents say they have seen little progress since the county said it was seeking professional trappers in late 2025 and are calling on elected officials to do more to address the ongoing problem.
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – Residents say all they’ve gotten from Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones’ office is lip service.
Wild hogs have westside Houston neighborhood seeking solutions
What they’re saying:
In a letter dated November 10, 2025, the constituent support specialist for Briones’ office tells a Green Trails homeowner, “Harris County Precinct 4 Parks leadership is actively seeking collaboration with licensed and professional trappers to address the concern as quickly and humanely as possible.”
However, eight months have passed, and residents say the wild hog problem has gotten worse.…