Does the County permit ride-alongs for citizens interested in learning more about animal control?
Yes. Ride-alongs offer an opportunity to see first hand how animal control laws are enforced and how services are provided. Ride-alongs may be scheduled for weekday or weekend shifts. Adults 18 and over must sign a Waiver of Liability prior to the ride-along. Mature teens over 16 can also ride-along, if the parent or guardian gives permission and signs a Waiver in person at the Division’s office. Call to schedule a time and day, wear comfortable, casual clothing, and be prepared to stay out 4-6 hours. Citizens wishing to ride along with an Officer must understand that animal control field work can be emotionally and physically challenging, and sometimes dangerous. We have regular contacts with hostile, emotionally upset, or mentally unstable persons. Officers occasionally confront violators with a history of violence to people and/or animals. Work is done in all kinds of weather. Officers also regularly handle dangerous, injured or rabid animals. Citizens will not be able to handle the
