(1050) Animal Control and Veterinarian Division

Division Overview

San Benito County has historically contracted with the City of Hollister for Animal Control services, with the current contract being in place since August 1, 2019 and continuing on a month to month clause after the term end date of July 31, 2020. The County also contracts with the Veterinary Center, Inc. to provide veterinarian services with an end term of August 31, 2026.

Recommended Budget

Recent Departmental Accomplishments

  • Administered animal control services.
  • Sheltered animals.
  • Enforced applicable animal control laws and regulations.
  • Provided consultation regarding rabies and other transmittable diseases.
  • Investigated reports of inhumane care or treatment of livestock or pets.
  • Provided veterinary medical updates concerning aspects of animal-to-human transmittable diseases to medical doctors upon request.

Top Departmental Concerns

  • Number of animals in need of sheltering.

Long Range Planning Goals (3-5 years) For Department

  • Volunteer participation in animal welfare services.