Report Animal Cruelty
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Report Animal Cruelty
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Animal Services
Annette Jose, DirectorPet Adoption and Protection Center
3599 NW 79 Avenue,
Doral, FL 33122
311
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You can report neglect or abuse of any animal in Miami-Dade County. Animal cruelty is when a person causes unjustified harm, pain, or suffering to an animal or neglects an animal's care by not providing it with proper food, water, medical care, or suitable shelter.
If you are actively witnessing an act of animal cruelty or abuse dial 911.
If you would like to report concerns of animal abuse or cruelty, you can report it online or call us by dialing 311 or 305-468-5900. Individuals with a hearing or speech disability can contact us by calling Florida Relay at 711. Call Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Sundays and holidays
Most people are not aware of the practice of tethering –restraining or tying—a dog to any object or structure for long periods of time and without supervision. Leaving them alone is considered animal cruelty and can cause physical and psychological harm, skin sores and can result in making the dog aggressive.
If you are concerned about a dog that is always tied up and left alone:
Pet Adoption and Protection Center
3599 NW 79 Avenue,
Doral, FL 33122
311
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