What exactly do you people do?  Brevard Animal Services and Enforcement (BASE) provide a wide range of services to residents of Brevard County.  Our mission goals are public safety and health.  Secondary to this is to help residents deal with animal issues. We patrol for stray dogs, lend out traps to help citizens remove stray cats and small nuisance wildlife, pick up sick and injured animals and transport them to Veterinarians, Rehabilitation Centers and Animal Shelters. There the animals will receive care and medical treatment as necessary.  We provide education about wildlife and referrals for need-specific services that go beyond what we provide.  We investigate animal bites and reports of neglect and cruelty.  We lend nearly three-dozen traps weekly and service dozens more taking stray animals to the shelters and relocate all types of wildlife. If we do not provide a service you need, in most instances, we can refer you to a person or agency that does.  We now operate two of the four animal shelters in Brevard County.  We spay and neuter the animals we put up for adoption. We assist in picking up animals during Natural Disasters such as wild fires and hurricane evacuations. These are just some of the many services that we provide to the residents of Brevard County.       <top>

Why does it take so long for Animal Enforcement Officer’s to respond?  We are a small department in comparison to other county agencies in Brevard County.  The faster response of other agencies is due to their greater numbers.  We average a little over 300 calls for service daily. There are over 5,000 police, fire and rescue providers including City, County, State and Federal agencies to cover all of Brevard County. BASE has about 15 Animal Enforcement Officers to provide the same coverage area 24 hours per day. This is a ratio of better than 333 to 1.  The animal populace exponentially outnumbers the people populous in Brevard County by an even greater ratio.  There are over 23 cities and townships in addition to unincorporated areas of Brevard County, which we provide full coverage with approximately 15 field officers 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.  According to the last census, Brevard had a population of approximately 495,000 residents.  Divide this by 15 Animal Enforcement Officers and it comes out to one officer for every 33,000 residents and we have one animal enforcement officer for about every 200,00 square miles in Brevard County.       <top>

What should we do until you arrive to help?  Try to remain calm. Call 911 if you are reporting a life-threatening situation.  911 can respond police and rescue units faster than we can in such instances.  For non-life threatening situations call us directly. When you call, tell the Telecommunicator your situation.  Telecommunicators have a wealth of information, and in many instances can help you help yourself without having to wait for an Enforcement Officer to respond.  The Telecommunicator will also evaluate the circumstances of your call to determine if a Field Officer should respond and a case report will be initiated.  Please provide your name, address, phone number, and directions on how best to get to your location. Also have a description of the animal(s) and the owner address, if known. Providing this information can expedites your call. Please stay on the phone until the Telecommunicator gets the information typed in and reads it back to you for accuracy and confirmation.      <top>

Can I remain Anonymous?  Yes.  However, in doing so, you have to provide an exact address to respond to and provide more information about the circumstances of your call.  We will investigate based on information provided.  We respond to anonymous calls for the protection of the animal. If it is determined that the initial call is unfounded (has no merit), follow up anonymous calls about the same thing may not be responded to without the caller leaving their name, address and telephone number.      <top>

What are your operating hours?  We are open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We are closed all Major Holidays.  We provide Emergency Service after hours and on Holidays through our after hours Answering Service.      <top>

What do you consider an Emergency?  Emergencies are life threatening conditions such as aggressive animals, animals that have bitten someone, injured or sick animals with someone standing by with the animal until we arrive, and animals inside the living area of a dwelling that are of a high risk for rabies, such as Bats and Raccoons.      <top>

Who is in charge of Animal Services?  Mr. Craig Engelson is the Director of Animal Services and Enforcement.      <top>

Where are you located?  Telecommunications, Tag Office, Customer Service, Outreach Officer, Budget Officer, Dispatch, Enforcement Officers and Supervisors are located at 1515 Sarno Road, Bldg A, Melbourne, FL 32935.  The Director and Secretary of the Department are in Bldg B, at the same address.  The South Animal Care and Adoption Center is located at 5100 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32935. The North Animal Care and Adoption Center is located at 2605 Flake Road, Titusville, FL 32796.      <top>

Why do I have to trap stray cats?  Catching cats not confined in some way such as in a room, garage, shed, etc., is difficult. There are many places for a cat to hide or climb, putting them out of reach.  Cats may be friendly to a resident but will run from an officer because of all the animal smells on the officer’s uniform. Officer uniforms smell of dogs, raccoons, etc., which are natural enemies to a cat.  When a cat smells these scents they instinctively flee to safety.  Because of this we do not take cats being held by people.  This could cause the person holding the cat to get scratched or bitten exposing the person to potential rabies. Because of limited resources and the high degree of failure in catching cats out in the open it has become necessary for residents to trap cats before we can successfully remove them from an area.      <top>

Can you bring me a trap?  We lend out traps to residents but we do not deliver them.  We can place you on our waiting list and when a trap becomes available you will be notified of the date, time and location where you can pick up a trap.  These traps are issued on a Monday and have to be returned by close of business on Friday of the same week.  There is a $40 refundable deposit required on the trap, which you can pay by cash or check.  The deposit is held and returned to you when you return the trap to us.  Animals that you catch while you have the trap, simply call us at 633-2024 or 253-6630 and we will send an officer out to remove them.  There is no charge for servicing the trap.      <top>

I need a trap now! Is there any other place where I can rent, purchase or borrow a trap?  Yes. We can give you a retailer near you where you can rent a trap for a small fee.  You can purchase traps at places like Lowe’s, Home Depot, Scotties, etc. In come cities, you can borrow a trap from City Hall.      <top>

If I get a trap elsewhere and catch something where do I take the animal?  Dogs and cats may be taken to one of the animal shelters located in Titusville or Melbourne. However, you do not have to take the animal anywhere. Call us and we will come out to your home and remove the animal free of charge. You do not need a license to trap and transport cats and dogs. You do not need a license to trap wildlife but you do need a license to transport wildlife.      <top>

What happens to the animals when you take them from the trap?  Domestic animals such as cats or dogs are taken to the Animal Care Centers.  Healthy wildlife is relocated nearby.  Injured or sick wildlife is taken to a rehabber for evaluation to determine if medical treatment can help the animal fully recover.  If so, the animal is turned over to a rehabber for treatment and then released back to the wild.      <top>

Does it take someone getting mauled or killed before you people will remove this vicious dog from these irresponsible owners?   No. But as long as an owner keeps his dog(s) confined to his property and complies with animal ordinances we cannot take any action against the owner to include taking the person’s dog from them. Animals are property and cannot be taken without due process of law. If the dog is violating the leash laws or other County Ordinances we will deal with the violation(s) appropriately.  Officers must witness violations or a resident who has witnessed a violation must provide our department with a properly prepared notarized affidavit.      <top>

My neighbor has a vicious pitbull. It is in a fenced area but it is a pitbull and I am afraid of it. How do I go about getting it removed from the neighborhood?  It is NOT against any law in Brevard County to own a pitbull or any other type of dog. We do not breed discriminate in Brevard County.  As long as the owner complies with applicable animal ordinances he/she may own any breed of canine.      <top>

I am the manager of a mobile home park and we have restrictions on pets and do not allow large breed dogs in our park.  We have a tenant that has a Rottweiler and we need you to make them get rid of it?  I’m sorry but Animal Services and Enforcement cannot enforce your restrictions or contractual agreements with your tenants.  We can only enforce violations of the Brevard County Animal Ordinances.      <top>


Why was an Animal Services vehicle at my house this morning?  The requester’s address is obtained and a search is done on the computer.  If we had a call we will tell the requester why the officer was in the neighborhood or at their address.  In many cases, the officer may have received a call to do a patrol in the neighborhood and has simply stopped to complete his patrol report.  If an officer stops at a residence on a trouble call, he will leave an orange “door tag” notice.      <top>

I’ve lost my cat or dog, what do I do?  First, make sure you drive around the neighborhood. If you know of any other pet owners check with them, your pet may go there to socialize.  Second, contact your local animal shelter or better yet go there and look around.  Any animals found that we pick up are taken to one of our animal shelters.  Third, make sure you keep your animal license tag updated with home and alternate telephone numbers. If someone finds your pet and calls in the license number we can look it up and give them your information and help reunite you with your pet much faster.      <top>

I have a problem with wild animals (raccoons, opossums, etc) getting into my garbage, what should I do?  Wildlife habitat is shrinking in Brevard County.  This has forced wildlife to live among people in residential communities.  Raccoons and Opossum are scavengers and will eat anything from grubs, citrus fruit, birdseeds, and cat and dog food, even scraps in garbage cans.  Keeping lids locked down and weighted down will help keep wildlife out of your garbage cans.  Opossum like to sleep in garbage cans during daylight hours and Raccoons are very adept at opening trashcan lids.  It may be necessary to build a wire cage around your trashcans to keep the raccoons and other animals out. Trapping is an alternative that should only be used as a last resort. Remember any food source left outside is an attraction for these types of wildlife. Do not leave cat and dog food outside. If you must feed your pets outside make sure you take up the feed dishes after feeding and if possible spray some Lysol or other type air refresher where the food dishes were.  The absence of smell of potential food will help keep these wildlife animals from taking up residence at your house.      <top>

Why is there a limit of four dogs and no limit on the number of cats a person can have in the County?  The number of pets per household is a Brevard County Code Enforcement Ordinance.  Code Enforcement has advised us the number of pets in residentially zoned areas has been established at four (4) adults dogs with any number of puppies up to the age of six months and no limit on the number of cats per household.  Brevard Animal Services and Enforcement requires that all pets over the age of four months of age be vaccinated against rabies.  They must also have a Brevard Animal License Tag, which may be purchased as soon as the pet is born.  This ordinance does not apply to areas zoned for agriculture, per Code Enforcement.      <top>

Why must I purchase a tag for a puppy (or kitten) that does not have to get rabies vaccinations until it reaches four months of age?  When a puppy or kitten is old enough to start exploring it becomes a risk of   becoming lost.  If the puppies and kittens have a license tag and are found, the person finding the pet(s) can call in the license number. We can re-unite the puppy or kitten with its family very quickly.  Most people who lose pets wearing a county license tag are re-united in this manner.  People who find puppies or kittens are not wearing tags may assume the puppy or kitten was abandoned and may keep it rather than have it go to the Animal Shelter.  So, having your newborn puppies and kittens licensed as soon as possible can be beneficial should the puppy or kitten become lost.      <top>

I have a snake in my yard and do not know what kind it is or where it is now.  What should I do?  Don’t panic. Usually they are just passing through. There are 33 different species of snakes indigenous to Brevard County.  Only four of these snakes are venomous.  It is not uncommon to see snakes. Our department will respond as quickly as possible to remove them.  But because snakes usually don’t stay in one place very long we ask that you keep an eye on it until we can get there. Should the snake disappear from your sight, we ask that you call us back and cancel the call.  In most cases we never get follow up calls.  We do not have the resources that would permit officers the time needed to hunt for snakes. If you want someone to come out and search for snakes there are Animal Removal Services listed in the yellow pages of your phone book that you may hire to provide this service.        <top>

What if there is a snake is inside my home?  Animal Services will respond to a snake in your home 24 hours per day however, you must keep an eye on the snake until the officer arrives.      <top>

My neighbor’s dog gets out all the time and chases me.  What can I do?  You can protect yourself from harm by any means necessary.  If you have a chronic problem with a neighbor’s dog getting loose and chasing you, get to safety and call us.  If the dog is out when we arrive on scene we may impound the dog. We will speak with the owner and take other action as may be necessary when the officer arrives on scene.      <top>

Does the leash law really apply to cats?  Yes. It is a violation of Brevard County Animal Ordinance Chapter 14-56, which states, “No animal shall be permitted or allowed to be at large.”  The leash law is the same for cats and dogs. Cats and dogs cannot be left unattended unless confined to the owner’s property by leash or fencing mechanism.  When walking cats or dogs, a leash must be used with one end attached securely to the animal and the other end under the physical control of a person capable of handling the animal.      <top>

I have bees, you are animal services, and can you come and remove them?  No. Bees are stinging insects and include yellow jackets, wasps, hornets, etc. These insects are considered household pests and are therefore the resident’s responsibility.  We encourage you to contact a pest removal service to come out to remove stinging insects.  A hive can literally harbor tens of thousands of stinging insects and dealing with them can be very dangerous.  A professional is your best and safest way to have them removed. You can call Dan Keene at the Department of Agriculture for more information about stinging insects.  He can also refer you to local exterminators that specialize in exterminating swarms and large hives of stinging insects.  He can be reached at (321) 952-4536.      <top>

How long is going to take for an Officer to get here?  We do not give out estimated times of arrival.  The reason is that we simply don’t know because of the many variables involved.  Much depends on the number of officers that are on duty, the number of calls of equal or higher urgency, and the number of calls that may follow your call of a higher urgency. We have no way of knowing what type of call or how many calls are going to come in that will effect our response time for your call.      <top>

I don’t care about anyone else; I want you to take care of my problem now. Make my call the highest urgency call.  So what, if I lie and file a false report or urgency?  Lying and filing a false report or urgency just to get a faster response could land you in big trouble.  More importantly, lying and filing a false report or urgency could take us away from a legitimate emergency, which could result in pets, children and adults sustaining injury.      <top>

Do you pick up dead animals?  Yes. We try to and in many instances can pick up a dead animal within a few hours after receiving a call for pick up.  However, picking up dead animals is secondary to all other calls that we do.  The only exception is dead animals at a day care, school or near a bus stop.      <top>

How can I get rid of armadillos around my house?  Armadillos are coming onto your property to look for food. If there is no food, they will not stay. The food they are looking for is probably insects and larvae. These insects can damage your lawn as well as attract armadillos. So if you treat your lawn and get rid of the pest the armadillos will follow. You can also use a form of fertilizer called blood meal. The odor is offensive to armadillos and helps keep them away.  There are also commercial repellants you can find at hardware or feed stores.      <top>

I keep trapping raccoons around my house but the next night another one shows up, what can I do about these animals?  If raccoons are on your property each night foraging (not just passing through) they are looking for food and you are on the list of likely places to find it. Look around to see if your garbage cans are left open, or if pet food is left out after feedings, these things may be attracting the raccoons. If you live near heavily wooded areas the animals are always going to be there due to the territorial range of the animal.  Before you start trapping decide if the raccoons are pests or if they are just part of the neighborhood. If you put out food for birds or squirrels don’t be surprised when the opossum and raccoon show up to share in the festivities.      <top>

I saw a raccoon, opossum, or fox in my yard during the day; does this mean it has rabies?  No, raccoons will forage around the clock if they are hungry. They will also forage if they have a litter to feed. If the animal is exhibiting unusual behavior such as, staggering, snarling, walking in circles or falling down it could be rabid, call Animal Services (633-2024). As with all wildlife, stay away from it.      <top>

I saw an opossum in my trashcan and when I approached it hissed at me and it looks really sick, is that a sign of rabies?  No, the opossum was warning you not to come any closer. Opossums naturally look sick so it is really difficult to tell by looks alone. Opossums are not carriers of the rabies virus such as Raccoons. Nor are they a good host for rabies due to low body temperature. However, as with the raccoons, look for unusual behavior, biting at the air, inability to walk or climb to determine if the animal might have a problem.  The opossum’s natural defense is to play dead hence the term “playing possum”.  But, if you get to close it will hiss at you and display a formidable array of teeth.      <top>

Can I give my dog or cat rabies vaccinations?  Yes you can, however only vaccinations given by a licensed veterinarian are considered valid in Florida for dogs, cats and ferrets.      <top>

My roommate has a dog and I help take care of it when he’s at work, when I let the dog go out he won’t come back when I call. Can I be held responsible for the dog?  Yes,  as a caregiver you can be held responsible for the activity of the animal and can receive citations. Work with the dog and your roommate to find a way to control the dog.      <top>

My dogs like to ride in the back of my truck, what are the laws regarding him riding back there?  If your dog is riding in the back of a pickup truck it needs to be restrained by a minimum of two tethers fixed to opposite sides of the vehicle and attached to a collar or harness being worn by the animal. The animal can also be confined in a humane manner inside a locked animal carrier mounted in the bed of the truck in such a way as not to slide out or fall off the truck.      <top>

My dog died, can I bury him in the backyard or do you guys have to come get him?  Your pet can be buried in your backyard if you are the owner of the property or have the property owner’s permission. As a rule of thumb you will need to bury your pet as deep as it is long.  We can come and remove it for you but there is a $10.00 removal fee.      <top>

I just bought a dog from someone and it was sick (or it died) is there a law against that?  Yes.  The Pet Lemon Law provided protection to consumers; you should call the Department of Agriculture at (410) 571-8692 or (800) 435-7352.      <top>

My dog has all of its vaccinations and is not mean but it bit a neighbor and now I am being asked all kinds of questions and they are talking about some type of quarantine.  What does all this mean?  In Florida, when a dog or cat bites or scratches another person or animal it must be placed on quarantine no matter what the rabies vaccination status is. The questions are for a bite report we are required by law to fill out. Be patient and cooperate with the officer and everything will be fine. You should also analyze why the dog bit and what you should do to prevent future incidents of this type.      <top>

I think there is a squirrel, rat, bat, cat, or raccoon in my attic that has built a nest. How can I get it out?  These animals like your attic because it is cozy and quiet and the perfect place for a home. To get them out you need to make it not so cozy. The first thing you should do is figure out how the animal is getting into the attic. Then cover all the ways in except one, so the critter can get out. Place some sort of bright light in the attic such as one of those “clamp on type” lights and leave it on around the clock.  Then place a radio in the attic, as close to the suspected nest as safely possible and tune it to a rock or talk station and play it as loud as possible. Do this for several days to allow the animal time to find or build a new nest and to move any babies that might be present. Check the nest after a day or so and if it is empty seal the last hole.      <top>

Our dog just died and we want to get another one, how do we adopt a shelter animal?  The first thing you need to do is visit a shelter near you to pick out and get to know a dog or cat.  All of the shelters in Brevard County have areas where you and a prospective pet can interact with each other. If you already have a pet you can bring it and see if they will get along. You will then be required to fill out an application for adoptions and pay a fee. The animal will also need to be spayed or neutered either at the shelter or by a licensed vet. All of the shelters in the county have knowledgeable people who can answer animal related questions for you.  There are wonderful animal companions waiting for you at any one of the shelters in Brevard County, you owe it to yourself to stop by. And remember donations are always appreciated at your local shelter.      <top>

I love animals and would like to volunteer to help a good cause can I volunteer at Animal Services?  Animal Services and enforcement manages the North Animal Care Center on Flake Rd., in Titusville and they welcome volunteers to help out at the shelter. There is also the South Animal Care and Adoption Center on West Eau Gallie Blvd., in Melbourne or a number of other animal related organizations in constant need of help. Contact Bob Brown at 321 255-4346 to find out more information.      <top>

What can I do about stray cats around my house?  Cats are covered by the same leash laws as dogs. When not on the owner’s property a leash must be used to restrain the cat. Cats are not allowed to run loose and come onto your property. If the cats can be identified the complainant can file a sworn affidavit and Animal Services will issue a citation to the owner. Due to a cat’s ability to evade capture by humans, our officers will not come to your home to capture strays, however you can trap the cats and we will send an officer out to remove the animal from the trap. We will loan you the trap and give you instructions on how to use it.      <top>

Can you come and get an alligator that is swimming around in my pool?  No. Florida Game and Freshwater Fish Commission (888 404-3922) will be the agency to call if an alligator is a nuisance or poses a danger. However if the alligator is an immediate threat we can, and will respond to a call for aid.      <top>

There is a baby bird on the ground hopping around under a tree can you come out and put it back in the tree?  The best bet is to leave it alone. Baby birds fall out of trees as they learn to fly. The parents will still feed and tend to it on the ground but not if it becomes the center of human attention. So watch out for neighborhood cats and let nature take it’s course. If the bird is in danger and you can’t reach the nest you can make a temporary nest by hanging a flowerpot from a branch in the same tree and putting the bird in it. The parents will feed and care for the bird in the new nest; contrary to the “old wives tale” birds do not smell human contact.      <top>

Can I take my dog to a deserted stretch of beach and let him run?  No. Dogs are not allowed on any beach in Brevard County.      <top>

Is this where I pay my citation fine?  No.  But you will find the locations on the back of the citation.  You will need to pay fines at one of the County Court Houses.      <top>

I have rats; can you come out and trap them?  No. Animal Services does not come out to remove rats, you can either look in your yellow pages for a pest removal company or call: 725-0192.      <top>

What is the difference between you and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conversation Commission (FWCC)?  And, What are some of the things they do that you do not?  Animal Services and Enforcement is unique to Brevard County.  The FWCC is a State agency.  The FWCC deal with all alligator problems and enforces laws against feeding certain wildlife such as Sandhill Cranes and Raccoons.  They also respond to all Protected, Threatened and Endangered Species such as the Scrub Jay, Great Blue Heron, Brown Pelican, and Manatees to name but a few.  They are also the fastest way to get help for beached sea mammals such as whales, sea turtles, dolphins and manatees.  Their emergency number is 1-888-404-3922.  For non-emergencies, call 1-352-732-1225.  The FWCC has a detailed listing of wildlife rehabbers and transporters in Brevard County who may be able to assist you with the birds and animals listed above.       <top>

I saw an injured crane with a broken leg or missing leg, Can you come get it?  Birds with a broken leg, which still have the capability to fly, are best left alone.  As long as the bird can fly it can sustain itself. We have one such bird in the Suntree area, which had one leg amputated. It was released back to the wild and has been doing very well since 1994. Trying to catch a bird, especially the larger sea birds, can do more damage to the bird than leaving it along.  If a bird has a broken wing or cannot fly because it is to weak then it can be helped.  You should contact the FWCC for first response.      <top>

I have a pigeon in my yard that has been for two days now, I think it may be injured; can you come get it?  It is not unusual for a pigeon to behave this way, especially if it is a banded or courier pigeon.  These birds are still widely used as messenger/courier birds.  They can sometimes fly great distances to deliver their message.  They often stop to rest and eat for several days before continuing their mission.  As long as they can fly, this is probably just what they are doing. If you are overly concerned, take a couple of pots and run at the bird banging the pots together.  If the bird can fly this will surely motivate him to demonstrate his flight capability to you, even if it is a short flight.      <top>

Does Animal Services have any educational programs where you come out and address Home Owner Associations, Schools, etc?  Yes. We have an Out Reach Program.  Bob Brown is our Outreach Officer and you can schedule him to come speak at your school, homeowner’s association meeting, etc. We often attend community functions such as the State Fair and other activities of this nature setting up a display and answering questions and giving out important literature.  If you would like to schedule our Out Reach Officer please give us a call at 633-2024 and ask for Bob Brown.       <top>

What is the difference between a license tag and a rabies tag?  Brevard County Code Chapter 14, Section 14-56 requires a Brevard County Animal License Tag for domestic dogs and cats. A rabies tag may be something that your vet gives to you or that you may purchase from your vet when you get a rabies vaccination for your pet.  Many rename and confuse the Brevard County Animal License Tag with these. The Brevard County Animal License Tag has in past years been referred to as a County Tag, Dog Tag, Rabies Tag, Identification Tag, Animal Tag, and more.  The Brevard County Animal License Tag is the only tag required by law. If you are in Brevard County more than 28 days, you must purchase a Brevard County Animal License Tag for your pet(s).      <top>

How long is a Brevard County Animal License Tag good for?  One year from date of purchase.      <top>

Where can I purchase an Animal License Tag?  You can purchase an Animal License Tag from our main office at 1515 Sarno Road n Melbourne in person, through the mail or by telephone with a credit card.  You can also get them from the South Animal Care Centers at 5100 W. Eau Gallie Blvd in Melbourne and from the North Animal Care Center at 2605 Flake Road, Titusville, Florida.  You can purchase them from the Central Brevard Humane Society in Cocoa, and a number of Veterinarians also sell Brevard County Animal License Tags to their clients.  If your Vet does not sell the Animal License Tag, He/She will provide you with a mailer, which you can use to mail in for license tag.      <top>

What happens if I don’t have a license tag? And, What are the benefits of having one?  Two most important things happen when you have a cat or dog and you do not have a license tag for it.  First, You are in violation of Brevard County Animal Ordinance Section 14 and subsequently, you subject yourself to being fined $120.00.  Secondly, Animal License Tags are also used to find owners so that the pet can be reunited with its family as soon as possible if it becomes lost.  We reunite many pets with their owners every year through the Brevard County Animal License Tag. This enables us to help reunite pet(s) with the owner faster and can save you money.  Many people that find pets wondering around will take them in and call us with the license number. We give them your phone number and they call you to come get your pet.  This will save you money because your pet avoids a trip to “Doggie Jail.”  Field Officers often call in tags from the field and if we can locate the owner, the pet is returned to them or a note can be left at your home to let you know where you can find your pet.  Impound, Transportation, and Boarding Fees can cost upwards from $65.00.  If, by having a County Animal License Tag, your pet is reunited with you, then the cost of the License has paid for itself many times over.      <top>

Can I purchase an Animal License Tag on-line?  No. Not at this time.  We are currently looking into secure on-line systems.      <top>

I can get rabies vaccinations for a three-year period but I have to renew my animal license tag annually. Why can’t I purchase a tag that is good for more than one year?  Currently we only offer a 1 year animal tag. Many things can change in a year and renewal of animal license every year provides updated information on your pet.      <top>

Do I have to come in to purchase my Brevard County Animal License for my pet(s)?  No. You can purchase your Animal License by mail with a check or over telephone using a credit card with a Master Card or Visa Logo. You still have the option to purchase your animal license(s) in person at a number of locations around Brevard County.      <top>

Is it true that I can get a discount of licenses if I buy more than one?  No.  Sorry! No discounts for multiple pets.      <top>

I just moved to Brevard County and plan to become a permanent resident in the area.  My pet has a current license from another County or State; can he wear this tag until it expires?  Yes. But you must still purchase a Brevard County Animal License for your pet within 28 days.  If you plan to establish a permanent residency you should get your Brevard Animal License Tag immediately.  If you do not you may subject yourself to a fine of $120.00.  More importantly, having a Brevard Animal License is the fastest way of contacting you should your pet get loose and become found.  If you have an out of county or out of state license, we have no way to locate or contact you in a timely manner.      <top>

I am on vacation in Brevard County; do I still need a Brevard Animal License?  It depends on how long you intend to stay in Brevard County.  If you plan to establish residency for more than 30 days it is suggested that you obtain a Brevard Animal License Tag immediately.      <top>

If I purchase a Brevard Animal License Tag; will the personal information I give you be sold or given out?  The personal information associated with your animal license tag will not be sold.  Your information (name, address and phone number) is only used when it is necessary to contact you regarding your pet.     <top>