ANIMAL
CONTROL
Animal
Control
Animal Control serves
the city of Kokomo and the surrounding Howard County area.
Animal Control is responsible for enforcing city and county
animal ordinances, some of
which include animals running at large (leash laws), county
and city licenses, rabies vaccinations, public nuisance, and
animal bites.
Stray
animals that wander the streets can put the public at risk.
These animals can cause property damage, spread diseases,
and can even bite and attack people and pets.
Stray animals themselves are also at risk. Strays are
faced with the threat of hunger, disease, injury or even
death from getting hit by cars in traffic. Stray dogs
and cats can also be victims of abusive treatment while
roaming loose.
By rescuing a stray dog or cat
from the streets, Animal Control not only protects the
health and safety of the public, but they also improve
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Stray Animal
Policy
Stray animals that are
brought to the Kokomo Humane Society are held as strays for
5 working days. During this time an owner can reclaim
their lost pet. All reclaim fees pertaining to their
animal must be paid by the owner before their pet is
released into their custody. (Reclaim fees may include
boarding fees, licensing fees, and vaccination charges.)
After the 5 working days, unclaimed animals are then
evaluated by the shelter staff in order to determine if the
animal is suitable for adoption. The adoption staff
evaluates the animals' general health, temperament, and
sociability.
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Animal
Cruelty Investigations
Animal cruelty is a
serious crime. Animal cruelty laws protect the health,
safety and well-being of animals. The Kokomo Humane
Society's Cruelty Investigator responds to incoming calls
concerning possible cases of neglect, cruelty, and abuse.
Some cases of neglect can be rectified through educating the
owner on the proper care of a pet. Proper care may
include providing the pet with food, water, and adequate
shelter. The Cruelty Investigator makes follow-up
calls to ensure that the owner has corrected the situation.
In extreme cases of negligence and abuse, the investigator
will take legal action and may work with Police and Sheriff
Departments in order to prosecute criminals.
If you witness or believe an animal to be a victim of animal
cruelty and/or neglect, please contact the Cruelty
Investigator at 765-452-6224. If it is after shelter
hours and the animal is in extreme immediate danger, please
call the Police or Sheriff's Department.
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To find out
more about Animal Cruelty Laws in Indiana and other states,
click here.
Reporting a
Stray Animal
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REGULAR Reporting Hours |
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Mon-Fri |
8am-4pm |
Kokomo Humane Society |
765-452-6224 |
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Reporting A Stray AFTER
Regular Reporting Hours
for HOWARD COUNTY
RESIDENTS
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Mon-Fri |
4pm-11pm |
Sheriff's Department
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(765)457-1105
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Sat-Sun |
8am-4pm |
Sheriff's Department |
(765)457-1105 |
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Reporting a Stray AFTER
Regular Reporting Hours
for KOKOMO CITY
RESIDENTS
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Mon.-Fri. |
4pm-10pm |
Police Department |
(765)459-5101 |
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Sat.-Sun. |
8am-4pm |
Police Department |
(765)459-5101 |
Regular
Animal Control Services may be limited by the non-availability
of animal control officers due to professional training leave,
vacation leave, and illness.
ANIMAL
CONTROL DOES NOT PICK UP STRAYS ON HOLIDAYS
UNLESS IT IS AN EMERGENCY.
Emergencies include injured animals and animal bites.
Have a
question about Animal Control? Please e-mail us or call
765-452-6224
PLEASE
DO NOT USE EMAIL TO REPORT STRAYS, ABUSED/NEGLECTED ANIMALS,
OR BITE INCIDENTS.
PLEASE CALL THE SHELTER
DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS OR REFER TO THE ABOVE SCHEDULE FOR
AFTER HOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS.
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maintained by the Kokomo Humane Society.
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