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Pet Owners Reminded of Leashing Requirements

Apr 16, 2019 - The City of St. Louis Department of Health is asking all pet owners to follow city ordinances regarding the leashing of pets after recent incidents led to injuries for both pets and people.

Services and Information

BARC's Free Dog Fix 2017
BARC St. Louis is offering free spay/neuter services for dogs to low income residents in the City of St. Louis. Space is limited.
BARC's Free Dog/Cat Fix 2017
BARC St. Louis is offering free spay/neuter services for dogs and cats to low income residents in the City of St. Louis. Space is limited.
Horse Drawn Carriages Revised Order June 19th, 2018
Health Department revision regarding horse drawn carriages in the City of St. Louis
Horse-Drawn Vehicle Regulations
Regulation documentation, application, and veterinary verification form to operate horse-drawn vehicle in the City of St. Louis.
National Dog Bite Prevention Week Brochure
National Dog Bite Prevention Week Brochure discussing how to prevent dog bites and what to do if someone suffers a dog bite.
Pet Registration and Licensing
Information on rabies vaccination, pet registration and licensing, fees, and other frequently asked questions
Report an Animal or Rodent Problem
Report a stray animal, animal cruelty, injured animal, animal bite/attack, dangerous animal, deceased animal and other animal or rodent issue.

Departments and Agencies

Animal Control
Ensuring the health and safety of City of St. Louis residents and companion animals through the enforcement of pet-related ordinances, and the promotion of pet safety and responsible pet ownership.

Laws, Bills, and Policies

Animal Laws and Regulations
Information about animal related laws and regulations for the City of St. Louis

Plans and Reports

Carriage Horse Assessment Reports Summary and Recommendations
Supplemental materials relating to the Department's Carriage Horse Assessment Reports Summary and Recommendations

External Resources

AVMA Dog Bite Prevention
National Dog Bite Prevention Week takes place during the third full week of May each year, and focuses on educating people about preventing dog bites.
Animal Care and Control Facebook Page
Facebook page of St. Louis City Animal Care and Control Division.
Keeping Pets Safe in Winter
Winter Weather tips for your pet.
Stray Rescue of St. Louis
Animal rescue organization

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