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FAQ’S
Q. At what age and
how often does my dog need to be vaccinated against rabies?
A. You are required
by law to vaccinate any dog over 4 months of age against rabies every
year. If the dog is over 1 year of age you can get a three year rabies
vaccination that is good for three years.
Q.
What are the fees and how often does my dog need to be registered?
A. The fee for
altered and unaltered dogs for one year is currently $10.00 and is due
within 14 days of receiving a one year rabies vaccination. The fee for
altered and unaltered dogs that receive a three year vaccination is
$10.00 per year or $30.00 for three years, this is due within 14 days of
receiving the vaccination. If registration payment is not received
within 30 days of your vaccination you could receive a Notice to Appear
for Court along with a fine. We currently do not require that cats are
registered in Henry County.
Q. How can I get a
rabies tag for my dog?
A. Rabies tags are
sold at many of the verterinarians in Henry County, or they can be
purchased at the Henry County Animal Control office. You can receive a
replacement tag by calling the Henry County Animal Control and
requesting that a new tag be issued to you.
Q.
Does my dog have to wear its Rabies tag?
A. We do ask that
you attach the rabies tag to your dog’s collar. If your dog is lost and
picked up by Animal Control, your local police, or a citizen, we can
identify your dog by the number listed on the rabies tag.
Q.
Who do I notify if my dog has died or is missing?
A. If your dog has
died or is missing you should call the Henry County Animal Control at
(309) 937-2266. IF your dog is missing you should also notify your
veterinarian and any other veterinarians in the vicinity of your home,
along with the Henry County Humane Society- Geneseo (309) 944-4868 and
the Henry County Humane Society- Kewanee (309) 852-0040. If your dog has
died you should notify your veterinarian. The above agencies should also
be notified regarding deceased or missing cats.
Q.
Who do I call to report Abuse or Neglect?
A. Please call the
Henry County Animal Control at (309)937-2266, you can also call your
local police department.
Q.
Who do I call to report a loose dog or cat to be picked up?
A. If the animal is
located within city limits you must call either your town or village
hall or your local police department. If the animal is located outside
city limits please call the Henry County Animal Control at (309)
937-2266.
Q.
Who do I call to adopt a pet?
A. You can call the
Henry County Animal Control at (309) 937-2266, the Geneseo Humane
Society at (309) 944-4868, Kewanee Humane Society at (309) 852-0040, or
you can call your local Animal Control.
Q.
What can I do about stray cats in my neighborhood?
A. In most cases
you can call a licensed rapper to remove bothersome animals. If a stray
can has bitten a human you must call the Henry County Animal Control
immediately, so the cat can be trapped and observed for the required 10
days.
Q.
How can I get rid of wild animals in my yard that look sick or are
destroying my property?
A. You can call a
licensed trapper to have them trapped for a fee, you can also call a
private animal control service listed in the yellow pages under Pest
Control.
Q.
What do I do if my dog or cat has bitten someone?
A. If you have been
bitten by a dog please seek medical attention. Contact the police or
sheriff’s department, they will fill out an official observation order.
The police or sheriff will contact the owner and issue the observation
order. Animal Control will receive a copy and contact the owner to
verify the terms of the order. If your dog is vaccinated you can keep it
in the home for the 10 days but it MUST be confined. It should not be
outside by itself and must be on a leash, it also must be confined from
guests in your home. On the 10th day the dog will need to be
taken to the vet’s office to be checked, bring the observation order
with you, as it will need to be signed by the doctor and sent to the
Henry County Animal Control. You CANNOT give your dog away or put it to
sleep during this 10 day period, you will be held responsible
regardless!
A stray cat should
be brought to a veterinarian for observation, a family cat can stay in
the home, but must be taken to the veterinarians office on the 10th
day.
If you do not
follow the above guidelines you will be held responsible. Please contact
the Henry County Animal Control or your veterinarian if you have any
questions.
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