We have chosen to dedicate our lives to the health and wellbeing of the animals in Taylor County.

The mission of Taylor County Animal Control is to promote responsible pet ownership, animal welfare, a safe community, and to reduce pet overpoulation. Our division strives to eliminate animal cruelty by educating the public and enforcing the laws.

With the growth and development on the Coast and throughout the City and County we are encountering an increase in calls for service. Population growth also means an increase of animals to the area. We have experienced more calls regarding lost or stolen pets, abandonded animals, cruelty/neglect calls and aggressive animal calls.

Taylor County Animal Control works under the direction of The Environmental Services Division and the Taylor County Board of County Commissioners. We are a non-profit agency that is supported by the tax dollars of the County and City residents. Our annual budget is approximately $160,000.00 from which we pay the salaries of (2) Animal Control Officers and (1) Coordinator/Animal Cruelty Investigator, their benefits, capital expenses, maintenance on equipment and vehicles, and the purchase of all pet supplies and equipment.

Animal Control is not part of, or related to, the Taylor County Humane Society or other animal care or enforcement agency.