FAQs #31-40
31. I was just down at the Shelter and saw a really cute dog.
I can't adopt it, but is there anything that I can do to help
it?
Yes! You can make a donation specifically for that dog. This
will not only reduce the price that someone else would have to
pay for it, but it will give it a better chance at being adopted.
32. How old should a dog be to be vaccinated against
rabies?
Your dog should be at least 4 months old before it is
given a rabies vaccine.
33. My dog bit our neighbor. What does quarantine
mean?
The word quarantine means to keep something confined. When
an animal needs to be restrained and evaluated for a particular
reason (i.e. biting or attacking someone), it will be quarantined
either at its home or at the Shelter for 10 days.
34. What is the cost for spaying or neutering an
animal?
It depends on the size of the animal. Please see the fees
located on the Spay/Neuter Clinic page.
35. What can I do about my neighbor's dog?
If you
see a violation (no leash, biting, attacking, etc.) caused by
your neighbor's dog, please call the shelter for your area and
report the incident.
36. How can I get a job as an Animal Control Officer?
Begin by volunteering at one of our shelters so that you can get
familiar with the duties and responsibilities that go along with
the job. Depending on your age, you can apply for a job when it
becomes available. Being a volunteer is a great way to get hands
on experience, as well as learn a wide variety of the jobs.
37. How do I adopt a pet from the
Shelter?
First you can take a look at the animals that may be available for adoption on our website. When you come into one of our shelter locations, you will have the ability to meet with one of our Adoption Counselors who can assist you to find just the right pet for your family and lifestyle. Costs related to adoption include a $20 adoption fee, plus spaying and neutering of the pet, micro-chipping, rabies and vaccinations, and licensing. Because spaying/neutering costs depend on the type of animal (dog or cat) and weight, the total cost can vary.
38. Do you still have Vaccination Clinics?
Yes,
please see Question 17 for complete information.
39. What is the difference between the Humane Society
and the City/County Animal Shelter?
Humane Societies are non-profit/privately funded organizations that usually accept only adoptable animals. We partner with our local Humane Societies and support the good work they do. Sometimes they are able to take in County shelter animals that have not been reclaimed by owners. When they cannot accept owner-turned in animals they will direct the owners to us.
The County of Riverside Department of Animal Services accepts all animals and is run by and for the public. Not only do we adopt animals out to good homes, but we work hard to make Riverside County a safe place for people and animals with Animal Control Officers who are either on duty or on-call 7 days a week for service.
We recognize that it takes both of us, as well as our many other partners, to solve the plight of homeless animals and pet overpopulation through education, low-cost spay and neuter and with active pet adoption activities.
40. Can I bring my pet to the shelter to be put
to sleep?
Yes, we understand what a difficult time and difficult decision this can be. It can also be an expensive choice, but we are able to offer the service to our constituents for the very low cost of $10.
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