LAKE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT - Animal Care and Control
Address
(847) 377-4700
www.lakecountyil.gov/152/Animal-Care-Control
Kennel Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Administrative Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM- 1:00 PM
*In case of emergency, warden on call 24 hours via 847-377-4700.
Description:
Provides state-mandated and County services relating to animal control and animal protection, such as: Low cost Spay/Neuter Assistance to qualified pet owners; Low-Cost Pet Rabies Vaccinations through Lake County veterinarians (All dogs and cats 4 months and older in Lake County are required to be vaccinated against rabies and registered.); and Microchips.
Also offers a variety of other services, which include:
- Emergency rescue of injured and sick stray animals
- Interim shelter and care for stray and unwanted animals and transport to adoption centers
- Maintain a lost and found pet database
- Reuniting lost pets with owners
- Investigations are done regarding nuisance complaints, allegations of animal cruelty or neglect, as well as reports of stray, roaming or injured animals; or dangerous, vicious or biting animals
- Present educational programs to schools and community and civic groups
For additional Rabies, Tag, How to submit a lost or found pet & Partner Information, please visit the website.
Eligibility:
Must be a resident of Lake County for all services. For Spay/Neuter Assistance, clients must meet the household income eligibility requirement and pet must be under five years of age. Limited to one animal per household per year.
Languages:
Spanish
Interpreter services available
Program Fees:
For Pets Spayed/Neutered
One year rabies vaccination and Lake County tag: $20.00
One year rabies vaccination, distemper and Lake County tag: $25.00
Distemper complex (only): $10.00
Microchip: $15.00
For Pets Not Spayed/Neutered
One year rabies vaccination and Lake County tag: $60.00
One year rabies vaccination, distemper and Lake County tag: $65.00
Distemper complex (only): $10.00
Microchip: $15.00
Intake Process:
Call to apply. For Spay/Neuter Assistance, visit www.lakecountyil.gov/3362/SpayNeuter to fill out application.
Documents required:
- For spay and neuter services, residents must provide proof of household income
- For pet clinic services, must provide proof that pet has been spayed/neutered
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Wishlist:
None
Volunteer Opportunities:
None
Date of Official Change:
December 8, 2023
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