January 8, 2008
To better reflect its work and mission, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is changing the name of the Animal Control Bureau to Animal Care and Control. The name change is consistent with what other Bureaus are doing nationally. It more clearly communicates the responsibilities the Bureau has for compassionate care of animals and the regulatory control services that contribute to public safety.
Over the past several years, Animal Control has forged strong relationships with the Humane Society of Charlotte and more than 40 local and statewide rescue advocacy groups that have saved more animals. Together, the Humane Society of Charlotte and Animal Control have formed a partnership to receive grants for spay/neuter awareness, education and the ability to offer free clinics. In FY07, Animal Control provided 801 free spay/neuter surgeries.
Animal Care and Control has many programs that focus on education, prevention, pet management, and animal health concerns.
Free spay/neuter clinics
Free rabies inoculation clinics 2,239 inoculations in FY07
Humane Education/Bite Prevention
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Classes given by Humane Education Officer
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CMS, US Postal Service, Child Development Community Policing, Youth and Family Services, Civic groups and organizations, Scout troops, Daycare centers
Pet Therapy at area nursing homes and assisted living facilities
2nd Chance Medical Fund
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Funded by personal and corporate donations
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Provides for minor medical procedures to create healthier pets for adoption
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FY08 to date, 35 animals received help from fund
Critter Sitters Fostering Program
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Foster program is made up of volunteers, Animal Control staff and city or county employees
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Allows animals who are too young or have treatable medical or behavioral issues to spend time in a home environment to allow time for maturity or to recover
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We average 50 animals in foster care at any given time.
CMPD will be phasing in the new name as uniforms, equipment and signage need to be replaced.
