Requirements: Proof of current rabies vaccination for cats over 4 months of age.  Rabies vaccine can be obtained at Animal Services for $10 (or $3 for qualified low income).  Up to 4 cats per household; 2 months and older. Cats must be in separate carriers.  No food or water after 9:00 p.m. the night before.   No appointment necessary.  Veterinarian may decline surgery due to health reasons.  Feral cats will be ear tipped.

Pet overpopulation is something we can control, but we need the community to make a difference.  Be part of the solution, spay or neuter your pet.

Miami-Dade Animal Services is responsible for enforcing Chapter V, as well as Florida Statutes 828, which deals primarily with animal cruelty issues.  Unlike private shelters that have limitations on the number of pets they accept, Animal Services accepts all dogs and cats. Each year, the shelter impounds more than 34,000 pets.  The goal at Animal Services is to reunite lost pets with their families or find life-long homes for as many animals as possible.  Related links: www.miamidade.gov/animals  or call 311.