Our mission is to provide a high level
of professional service to the citizens
of the Parish of Caddo by enforcing the
Parish of Caddo Ordinances and Louisiana
State Laws as they pertain to animal control,
public health, public safety and welfare.
Animal Services &
Mosquito Control
Animal Services
Mosquito Control
CONTACT
(318) 226-6624
Address:
1500 Monty Street
Shreveport, LA 71107
Hours:
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Monday-Friday
11:00AM - 2:00PM
Saturdays for Adoptions Only
CLOSED
Sunday
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Animal Services & Mosquito Control FAQs
Isn’t keeping animals from having litters interfering with nature?
We’ve already interfered. Domesticated dogs and cats mate more often and have larger litters than their wild ancestors, but cannot survive well on their own.
Spaying or neutering makes pets fat and lazy right?
No, that’s caused by overfeeding and lack of exercise. Spayed or neutered pets require fewer calories. Cut down on their meals, and make time for walks or play.
Only females need to be “fixed,” since the litters are their owners’ responsibility right?
But how do those pets get pregnant? A male pet can easily father 750 offspring in his lifetime. (And if he gets into a neighbor’s yard and mates with the “wrong” female, her owner could sue.)
If I neuter my dog, he’ll stop protecting our house won’t he?
Not so! His instinct to “defend his turf” won’t be affected. And he’ll be less likely to wander off.
What’s wrong with wanting my children to see the “miracle of birth”?
But will they? Many pets hide when giving birth. And even if you find good homes for the litter, you may deny homes to animals already born
Pets should have one litter first, to settle them down?
Having a litter won’t improve an animal’s health or permanently change her personality – although she may be tired and irritable while nursing.
Does spaying and neutering cost too much?
They’re cheaper in the long run than caring for the litters! Financial assistance may be available. License fees are often less for spayed or neutered pets.
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