Animal Control  
 

The City of Whittier contracts with Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control for animal related services and licensing.

The shelter serving the City of Whittier is located at:

11258 S. Garfield Avenue
Downey, CA
Between Imperial and Gardendale Map

Their website is http://animalcare.lacounty.gov. Once on the site, you can use the list on the left side to navigate to the information you need. Some of the most popular links are:

Pet Adoption - http://animalcare.lacounty.gov/AdoptSearch.asp
Shelter Locations - http://animalcare.lacounty.gov/locationByCity.asp
Lost and Found - http://animalcare.lacounty.gov/LostFoundSearch.asp
Pet Licensing Information - http://animalcare.lacounty.gov/PET%20LICENSING%20INFO.asp
Laws and Policies - http://animalcare.lacounty.gov/lawsordinances.asp

The City of Whittier sponsors a low cost vaccination clinic every June at Joe Miller Field. LA County Animal Control has these clinics throughout the area every June and July. For a list of clinic dates visit http://animalcare.lacounty.gov/cms1_132361.pdf.

Below are some Frequently Asked Questions regarding Animal Control.

  • Q – Where do I get my dog license?
  • A – Dog licenses are issued by LA County Animal Control in Long Beach. They can also be purchased at the Downey shelter. Applications are available on the Animal Control website http://animalcare.lacounty.gov/New_License_Form.asp, City Hall or call Animal Control licensing at 562-728-4706.

 

  • Q – Am I required to get a microchip for my dog?
  • A – If you live within the City limits, you are not required to have a microchip for your dog at this time. However, LA County recommends them as a tool for faster return of your pet.

 

  • Q – Where can I get a microchip for my dog?
  • A – The County’s Downey shelter implants microchips for free, call them at 562-940-6898 for details. You can also get a free microchip for your dog at the City’s vaccination clinic in June at Joe Miller Field which includes local registration. There is a one time fee to have the dog registered nationally. Please call Downey Animal Shelter for details. In addition, most private veterinarian offices will implant the chip for a fee.

 

  • Q – Will Animal Control pick up a live animal?
  • A – Animal Control no longer picks up trapped animals, but you can drop them off at a shelter.

 

  • Q – Who do I call about coyotes?
  • A – Animal Control does not trap coyotes. Please call one of the following for coyotes or visit http://animalcare.lacounty.gov/wildinfo.asp for more information on living with wildlife:
    Habitat Authority 562-945-9003
    Dept of Agriculture 626-575-5462
    Private animal trapping companies

 

  • Q – How many dogs can I have?
  • A – Whittier Municipal Code 18.10.20(A) states that single family residences are allowed a maximum of 3 dogs and/or cats per household. Multiple family homes (two or more units on a lot) are allowed a maximum of 2 dogs and/or cats per unit.

 

  • Q – How much will my dog license be?
  • A – The current fees are as follows:
    Unaltered Dog $60
    Spayed or Neutered Dog $36
    Senior Citizen* $18
    Late Fee $20

    *In order to qualify for the senior citizen rate, you must be at least 60 years old and your dog must be altered.

 

  • Q – Do I have to license my cat?
  • A – If you live within the Whittier City limits, you are not currently required to license your cat. The County has a voluntary program available. The cost to license your cat is $10 if your cat is unaltered and $5 if your cat is spayed or neutered.

 

  • Q – Who do I call to pick up a dead animal?
  • A – Call Animal Control at 562-940-6898 to have a dead animal picked up. Be sure to know either the address where the animal is or the cross streets so they are able to locate the animal. The response time can be up to 24 hours.
 
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