Animals that come into the Animal Shelter of Florence County are checked for a microchip with a universal chip scanner, rabies tag, or identification tag on a collar. If the animal has identification, the rightful owners will be contacted by shelter staff informing them of their pet's whereabouts.
If no identification is found, the animal is held at the shelter for five (5)working days. If you are missing a pet, please come to the shelter to see if your pet has been picked up by Florence County Animal Control or brought to our shelter as a stray.
During the 5 working days the animal is on stray hold, the owner can reclaim their pet. Proof of a rabies vaccination needs to be provided when picking up your pet. The penalty for violating this section shall be $50.00 per violation, payable to environmental services; provided however, that proof of vaccination shall be accepted in lieu of the fine, for first offense, within three days (72 hours) from the date of issuance of notice of violation. Each day the animal remains unvaccinated will constitute a separate violation.
All payments must be made in person and are cash or check only.
Reclaim fees are as follows: