The staff processes animals brought to the shelter. Staff looks for any identification, tags, licenses or microchips. If information about the owner is located the staff will try to contact the owner to pick up the animal. During processing, animals are also given a dose of Bordatella, a vaccine to help control kennel cough, and examined for general health problems. Stray animals are kept for owner redemption for four business days, not including the day of impound or the days we are closed.
Fees vary depending on the circumstances.
If an owner doesn t identify or claim an animal during the stray period, the animal may be eligible for adoption or given to a rescue group. However, there are benefits to having your animal altered. The City of Salinas has an ordinance regulating noise. If your neighbor s barking dog is a nuisance talk to your neighbor if you feel comfortable. If that doesn t help, call Animal Control.