Animal Control

Our Mission

Welcome to the Nevada Department of Public Safety. Our Department merges Police, Fire, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Management and Animal Control, offering a holistic approach to all hazards and safety needs facing the City and its population.

We strive to deliver customer-friendly services to our residents and visitors. We invite you to send us any concerns or comments you may have.

Our goal is to provide planning, response and mitigation of all hazards facing our City, and to partner in that effort with our citizens.

The City of Nevada Animal Control is responsible for all animal control needs and problems within city limits. We are part of the Nevada Public Safety Department and can be reached by calling 515-382-4593.

Animal Protection and Control Ordinance

When was the Animal Protection and Control Ordinance passed by the City Council?

City Council passed the ordinance on Aug. 11, 2014. Between May 12 and Aug. 11, 2014, the City held six public meetings where Urban Chickens, Animal Control, Pet Licensing and the Animal Control Officer (Community Service Officer) position was discussed. Those conversations were long, a lot of research was provided and the City Council gave final reading on the ordinances amending the Animal Code, adding the Pet Licensing and Fees on Aug. 11, 2014.

Pet Licensing

Why are we licensing our Pets?

Unite pets & owners quicker when pets stray
Provide proof to the community that your pet is current on rabies
Tags let the community know you are a responsible pet owner
Reduce the likelihood your pet is sheltered
May reduce fees if your pet is sheltered

My pets are always indoors, do I need to license them?

Yes. Pets will find a way out if they choose to do so. If your pets stray, and are not licensed, it may take longer to reunite with them.

Are you going to check households to verify their pets are licensed?

The Community Service Officer (CSO) and police are not going door-to-door to do this. If police or CSO are investigating a complaint, pet licensing will be verified.

Why must we license pets every year?

Reduce the City costs of animal control
Better tracking of pet population and record keeping
Annually makes sense, similar to a boat, motorcycle, vehicle

Why are you asking for spaying/neutering, is it required by city law?

Pets are not required to be altered. However, altered pets cannot haphazardly breed, and altered pets tend to be less aggressive, depending on the pet.

What expenses are addressed with these revenues collected through registering/licensing pets?

Money coming in reduces the City costs of animal control. The current budget for Animal Control in Nevada is over $10,000. When animals are placed in shelter, there are fees associated with their care. The city pays up to seven days of boarding and any additional care or treatment the animal requires. These fees are paid whether the animal is claimed or not. If the animal is euthanized, the city pays these fees.