The Division will make a reasonable effort to notify the owner so they can pick up their animal at our shelter. The pet owner has the primary responsibility for locating his or her impounded animal. Top of Page Confinement During Heat, Section 4-6 . The enclosure cannot allow any male cat or dog to gain access. Top of Page Permitting Animal to Commit a Nuisance, Section 4-8 .
City ordinances apply except in unincorporated areas of the county.
Call your city Code Enforcement Section for details. To file a complaint in unincorporated areas, you must have two signed affidavits with one affidavit by an individual not related to the person originating the complaint. The person originating the complaint must also accompany the Division to court if the case goes to trial. Top of Page Rabies Vaccination Required for Cats and Dogs, Section 4-10 . You must have dogs and cats four months and older vaccinated against rabies every year by a licensed veterinarian.