Jessamine County Animal Care & Control

The Jessamine County Animal Care & Control Department was established by the Jessamine County Fiscal Court in accordance with the Kentucky Revised Statutes. Its mission is to safeguard public health and safety, provide humane housing and care for animals in its custody, protect community animals from abuse and neglect, and offer information to citizens about responsible pet ownership. The department has set several goals and objectives, including: - Providing services to control free-roaming animals to prevent human injuries and the spread of zoonotic diseases. - Offering support to prevent animals from becoming nuisances or burdens to the community. - Maintaining a physical facility that houses lost, unwanted, and neglected animals in a humane manner. - Delivering health care services to housed animals to prevent suffering. - Offering comprehensive and responsible adoption counseling and services. - Ensuring humane euthanasia for unwanted, sick, or injured animals while treating them with dignity and respect. - Committing to continuous improvement through education and dedication to its mission. - Supplying the Fiscal Court with accurate information to inform decisions regarding service levels and expansion. - Creating public information and education programs to help community members become more responsible pet owners.