ANIMAL BITES:

One of the most important aspects of animal control enforcement is the quick response to animal bites.

Rabies is transmitted by wild and domestic animal bites and is usually fatal without treatment. Officers place animals, that have bitten people, under observation and make sure the threat of rabies is reduced.

Be sure to report ALL animal bites.

ANIMAL NUISANCE / BARKING DOGS:

We handle complaints of barking dogs during regular business hours only. We respond to these complaints by issuing a warning to the owner at the time of the first complaint.

It shall be unlawful for any animal to engage in any of the acts listed below which annoys or disturbs rights and privileges common to the public or enjoyment of private property on more than one occasion.

1. Gets into or turns over garbage.
2. Walks or sleeps on automobiles.
3. Habitually or continuously roams or is found on the property of another.
4. Unsanitary conditions that may be offensive to sight or smell.
5. Habitually or continuously barks, howls, or whines in an excessive manner (if noise continues steadily or intermittently during a period in excess of ten (10) minutes in any one (1) night.
6. Is a dangerous animal as determined by the Animal Control Administrator.
7. Is diseased or dangerous to the health of the public.