The “Kitten Academy” is an eight-week program utilized by a Santa Clarita youth probation camp that emphasizes the impact of the human-animal bond upon both emotional and mental well-being. Don’t miss a thing. Get breaking KHTS Santa Clarita News Alerts delivered right to your inbox. The program teaches probation youth responsibility and new skills pertaining to animal care, as well as an ...
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New Large Animal Rescue Project During Brush Fires Set To Be Implemented
Large animal rescues during brush fires are set to be provided by the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) and the Department of Animal Care and Control, according to officials. Don’t miss a thing. Get breaking KHTS Santa Clarita News Alerts delivered right to your inbox. The Los Angeles County Fire Department is partnering with the Department of Animal Care and Control ...
Read More »Board Approves Mandatory Spay/Neuter And Microchipping For Cats
The following is a news release courtesy of the office of Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich. On a motion by Mayor Michael D. Antonovich, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved amending Title 10 of the Los Angeles County Code to require the mandatory spaying or neutering and microchipping of cats in unincorporated Los Angeles County, which includes the ...
Read More »Antonovich Calls For Investigation Into Gruesome Animal Photos
Ed. Note: The following article is a news release provided by the office of Mayor Michael D. Antonovich. In light of reports that a Department of Animal Care and Control employee posted gruesome photos of dead animals on the internet, a motion by Mayor Michael D. Antonovich calls for an immediate investigation, disciplinary action and a zero-tolerance policy. Don’t miss ...
Read More »Animal Control Officers Plan Licensing Enforcement In Santa Clarita
Department of Animal Care and Control officers are planning to conduct field licensing enforcement in the unincorporated areas of Valencia, Saugus and Canyon Country beginning Aug. 20.
Read More »Animal Control To Hold License Enforcement For Pet Owners
Acton and Agua Dulce residents who own a dog or cat should be aware that the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control will conduct a field licensing enforcement, starting on May 7.
Read More »County Board To Vote On DUI, Castaic Animal Shelter Funding Tuesday
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and Castaic Animal Care Center may receive funding for DUI patrols and "meet and greet" yard improvements, respectively. The county board will vote on whether to approve the funds at their Tuesday meeting.
Read More »Another Rabid Bat Found In Santa Clarita Valley Prompts Warning
A 13th rabid bat sighting in the Santa Clarita Valley prompted another warning from Department of Animal Care and Control officials
Read More »Castaic Animal Shelter Receives New Animal Transport Trailer
Four new trailers donated to the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control will better equip staff to transport animals and house them during an emergency. The Castaic Animal Care Center received one of the trailers.
Read More »Saugus Family Dog Quarantined After Encountering Rabid Bat
Another rabid bat was discovered in the Santa Clarita Valley, this time by a family dog. The dog is now being quarantined, and all local pet owners are reminded to vaccinate their animals and to beware of bats acting strangely.
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