• Rescue of sick or injured animals
• Capture of stray animals
• Reunifying lost pets with their owners
• Enforcement of barking and animal noise complaints
• Investigation of complaints of animal cruelty
• Removal of dead animals from public areas
• Shelter for lost or unwanted animals
• Adoption of homeless animals
• Impoundment and quarantine of dangerous or vicious dogs
• Emergency response to fires, floods and other disasters
• Inspection and license of commercial animal facilities such as pet stores, kennels, breeding facilities, circuses, rodeos, and wild animal menageries. Letter grades of A, B, C or F are given to facilities to assist consumers in selecting reputable businesses.
• Low cost vaccinations and free microchips
• Pet licenses in accordance with state and County law