Escambia County Animal Shelter

Mobile,Ala.- - As Escambia County Animal Regulation Control, we are the focus for a majority the domestic animal issues arising in Escambia County. We provide Animal Services to all residents of Escambia County including the City of Pensacola.

Adopt a New Pet:
Lonely? Looking for someone to talk to? Visit the Escambia County Animal Shelter. Your new “best friend” could be waiting for you. Adoption fees are $40 for dogs and $30 for cats. County tag and rabies vaccine not included. Rabies vaccine, by Florida law, must be administered by a licensed veterinarian.

Rabies/Licensing Requirements in Escambia County:
Did you know all dogs, cats and even ferrets, four months of age or older, are required by Florida law, to be vaccinated for rabies? Cats and dogs vaccinated for rabies in Escambia County are required to wear a county License. The ferrets get to be naked. Vaccines and county licenses are available at any veterinarians’ office.

Hurricane Preparedness:
When making your hurricane preparedness plan, be sure to include your pets. If you evacuate, bring enough food and water to accommodate your pet for your expected length of evacuation. Remember to pack any medications your pet may require, current vaccination records, as well as proper restraint such as crates, collars and leashes. And include a photo of you and your pet to help with identification in the event you and your pet become separated. Visit www.bereadyescambia.com for more information.

Spay/Neuter:
Having your pet spayed or neutered benefits not only your pet, but your community as well. Altered pets cannot reproduce, thereby reducing the number of unwanted puppies and kittens turned in to Animal Control agencies. Did you know that altered animals are also less likely to roam, act aggressively or develop medical problems associated with excess hormones? Have your pet spayed or neutered today! Financial assistance programs for spay and neuter services are available for low income pet owners and during February – spay and neuter month - that cost is half price. Call the Escambia County Animal Shelter for more information, 595-3075.

Responsible Pet Ownership:
Owning a pet is an important responsibility. Cats and dogs in Escambia County are required to be vaccinated for rabies, licensed and are not allowed to roam in most parts of the community. Pets must be provided access to clean, fresh water and appropriate shelter AT ALL TIMES as well as food, and medical attention as needed. So be a good pet owner!

Protect your pets! (for winter and bad weather)
• Don't leave pets out in the cold! Bring all pets indoors and make sure they have a warm blanket to lie on, as well as plenty of food and water.
• If pets are kept in a garage at night, make sure they have blankets, food and water, and that all toxins - such as antifreeze and bleach – are well out of their reach.
• If pets must stay outdoors, provide a dog or cat house and line bottom with plenty of blankets or hay along with extra food and water. The food and water will metabolize and keep their bodies warm. You can also add a light bulb in the shelter at a safe distance from where your pet lays. The heat from the bulb will help keep them warm. (Do not use when bedding with hay.)
• Help keep our adoptable pets warm during the winter months and donate any extra blankets or newspapers you may have.
• All animals have the right to shelter and it is the responsibility of the pet owner to provide that no matter what the season or weather.