Animal Control Services Field Operations Division is responsible for protecting the health and safety of the citizens and their pets in Santa Rosa County.

Animal Control Officers provide a variety of services to the citizens of Santa Rosa County including:

• Investigating suspected abuse or cruelty to animals
• Rabies prevention
• Animal nuisance complaints
• Injured or ill stray animals
• Community cat outreach
• Promoting responsible pet ownership

Leash Laws

• Know Your Zone: Leash Law Edition - Find out if you live in a leash law area with our interactive map.
• Prevent Dogs from Escaping

Barking Dogs

• Neighbor’s Dog Barking
• Teach your dog to stop barking

Laws and Ordinances

• CHAPTER 828 ANIMALS: CRUELTY; SALES; ANIMAL ENTERPRISE PROTECTION
• Santa Rosa County Animal Ordinance
• Santa Rosa County Animal Control Fees