What is the difference between the Animal Shelter and the Humane Society?
The Kent County Animal Shelter is a section of the Kent County Health Department and an agency of the County government. The Animal Shelter enforces local animal control, anti-cruelty, and health laws that relate to animal/human contact. Kent County Animal Control is focused on protecting human health and safety. The Shelter operates a kennel facility to house animals that are stray, unwanted, or otherwise displaced from their homes. The Humane Society of Kent County is an animal protection organization focused on animal welfare issues, and the protection of all animals from natural or human harm. To learn more about your local Humane Society, visit the Humane Society of Kent County web site. What are exotic pets, and is it legal to own one in Kent County? Exotic pets refer to the type of animals typically found in zoos or in the wild. Reptiles such as snakes and iguanas are popular types of exotic pets, but owning these types of animals is both highly discouraged and in many cases ill
