The unit's primary function is the enforcement of animal-related city ordinances.
Responsibilities
- Patrol the city to locate and catch stray animals
- Respond to calls involving loose, injured, vicious or rabid animals and the mistreatment of animals
- Investigate complaints and issue warnings to animal owners who refuse to comply with laws and ordinances
- Trap/Neuter/Return Program for Feral Cats(please see video on the left but use 386 248-1777 instead of the number listed in the video.
Working Hours & Contact Information
- Monday through Friday, Typically 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- After hours, please call (386) 248-1777 and leave a message to report feral cats, nuisance behavior, lost animals or non-emergencies.
- For immediate assistance, call Volusia County's non-emergency dispatch at (386) 239-8276.
What We Don't Do
- Handle calls involving wild animals (unless they're sick or injured)
- Cannot go onto roofs or into basements to catch animals
- Bees or wasps (wild or otherwise)
Want To Report A Violation?
Please call (386) 248-1777
Have You Found A Pet? Or Lost One?
Visit the Pawboost website for assistance.
Owner surrenders will be based upon current contracted shelter rules and regulations.