Adoptions

See all of our adoptable animals at Petfinder.com or search by dogs and cats. To view all animals currently at the shelter, visit PetHarbor.com or search by dogs and cats.

Hours

  • The shelter is open to the public from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday to serve you better.

Pet Owners

Be A Responsible Owner

Animal control means protecting:

  • PETS and WILD ANIMALS ...from the many dangers they face in the wild and on the streets.
  • PEOPLE AND PROPERTY ...from the dangers and nuisance of roaming, uncontrolled animals.

Violations of animal ordinances can result in impoundment of your pet and a fine to you, as owner, plus mandatory court appearances in certain circumstances.

These laws protect pets from injury and possible mistreatment, as well as protect citizens from the many problems caused by straying animals: such as bites, traffic accidents, soiled lawns, and scattered trash.

The rules are simple:

  • Keep your dog and cat confined to your property or under direct control if it is off your property. Acceptable means of confinement include: in your house or inside a fence, pen or other enclosure. "Control" generally means on a leash.
  • Pets are not permitted to roam at large off your property; neither are they permitted on the public beaches. Do not permit pets to commit other public nuisances such as chasing or harassing people or vehicles; damaging or destroying property of others; or making excessive, continuous noise disturbing to others.
  • You must provide proper shelter, protection from the weather and clean conditions. Wholesome food and water, adequate exercise, and veterinary care must be supplied. Shelter must be of suitable size and weatherproof, with adequate bedding such as blankets, shavings or the equivalent.
  • Pet waste must be removed and properly disposed of promptly, both on public and private property. Be a good neighbor: "scoop 'de poop".
  • Animals in open vehicles (trucks, etc.) must be confined in a cage or securely tethered by a device that will not permit the animal to fall or jump from your vehicle.
  • Incidents of animal abuse, torture, or other cruel treatment will be prosecuted as misdemeanors or felonies, pursuant to Florida Statutes. Persons found guilty are subject to imprisonment and/or fines.
  • Merely turning your animal loose if you move is illegal.
  • If you or a member of your family is bitten by an animal, or if your animal bites a person or another animal, you should immediately notify the Environmental Health Department (EHD) at 595-6700. The EHD will advise you concerning quarantine procedures prescribed by state regulations. If you wish to file a complaint, you may contact the Escambia County Animal Regulation and Control office at 595-3075.
  • Report "found" animals to the Escambia County Animal Regulation and Control office at 200 West Fairfield Drive (595-3075). The owner may be trying to locate a missing pet. Place a "found" ad in a local newspaper. Most papers will run the ad free of charge.