If there is probable cause to believe that an animal is at risk, the Officers will immediately open an investigation. Officers respond to all cases reported to them. Often, the reports come in from the public. The Dangerous Dog Act 2012-235 requires the Animal Control officers to impound dogs with severe physical injuries, that have established a pattern of being a nuisance, or ones that damage the property of others.Īnimal Control Officers also investigate cases of domestic animal abuse and neglect.
WILD DOGS IN ALABAMA CODE
The Code Of Alabama Title 3-1-5 is to issue warnings/citations to pet owners who let their dogs run freely. We are required to pick up these animals and place them on a seven-day hold that would allow an owner, if there is one, to reunite with them. These animals live in harsh environmental conditions, scavenging for food and are subject to serious illnesses and injuries. Most of the dogs picked up are abandoned animals left to their own resources to survive on the streets. This is required by Alabama law to protect the health and safety of our citizens as well as the animals (The Reverence For All Life). The primary responsibility of the Mobile County Animal Control division is to enforce the Mobile County's animal control ordinances or the Alabama state statutes in the Mobile County unincorporated communities, specifically impounding dogs roaming at large and investigation of other animal issue violations or abuse. The department works in partnership with the community to create a safe, healthy, and caring environment for both the citizens and the animals while promoting citizen safety, responsible pet ownership, shelter pet adoptions, and education in the reduction of animal overpopulation. The Mobile County Animal Department consists of the Animal Shelter and Animal Control Field Operation Divisions. We couldn’t do it without the help of everyone. We are pleased to announce that with the help of our awesome adopters, many dedicated Placement Partners, and our caring staff that this year we are on track to achieve more than a 90% live release rate! More than 1,500 dogs have been rescued, adopted, or reclaimed.
Mobile County Animal Control has worked extremely hard over the past 5 years to increase our live release rate. From this page, you can learn about our state-mandated responsibilities, as well as view the many animals available for adoption through our Mobile County Animal Shelter. Thank you for visiting the Mobile County Animal Control page. Animal Control Mobile County Animal Control
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