Animal Control Newsletter

PETS OF THE MONTH

Stella

Stella is a female Lab Mix. She's still young at 1 year old, but she's ready to begin a new life where she will be loved by a wonderful family. Stella is still getting used to the Pet Center so she needs a little time to get to know you.

Mittens

Hello, I’m Mittens. I’m new here and getting used to my bearings so I may be a bit standoffish.

The remedy for getting me over my shyness is treats. I love ‘em! I’m an observer and likely a devoted and loyal kitty.

More cats available at:

Pet Supermarket

1020 S Ponce de Leon Blvd St. Augustine, FL

32084

PetSmart

1779 U.S. 1

St. Augustine, FL

32086

Click here to view all adoptable pets

· No appointment required

· Cats can be dropped off at Norwood Spay/Neuter Clinic:

6817 Norwood Ave, Jacksonville FL 32208

· Monday-Friday 9am-3pm

· Saturday 9am-1pm

· Cats MUST come in a humane trap. FREE TRAP RENTALS available from FCNMHP or St. Johns County Animal Control

· Proof of St. Johns County residency required

· Questions about outdoor cats in your area? Call FCNMHP (904) 425-0005 or SJCAC

(904) 209-0746 to discuss solutions

October Stats

Dogs adopted – 25

Dogs rescued – 20

Cats adopted – 53

Cats rescued – 29

Cat spay/Neuter- 67

Dog Spay/Neuter- 27

Field Services Covering 609 Square Miles

686

Officer Calls

Average Response Time

21 minutes

108

Bite Cases

Employee Spotlight: Sherri Holder

Sherri started with SJC Animal Control in July of 2021 and is now Acting Field Supervisor. Her favorite things about the job are interacting with and assisting citizens, meeting pet owners, and her coworkers.

Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, fishing, going to concerts, and horseback riding.

Animal Control Volunteer Statistics for FY23

Total Hours: 1814.25

New Volunteers: 35

Total volunteers: 78

Most hours: Angela - 170.5

Top month: June - 214.25

Thank you to all of our amazing volunteers at Animal Control. You answered the call when we needed you most and you’ve shown nothing but dedication to our pets and shelter countless hours a week.

We’re forever grateful to you all!

With all the food-related holidays the end of the year has to offer,

many people wonder what food they can share with their pets.

Here’s a list of safe and harmful foods for your furry

friends this upcoming holiday season:

Dog Safe Food

· Unseasoned Boneless Turkey and Ham

· Carrots

· Cranberries

· Broccoli

· Cooked, plain sweet potatoes

· Cooked or canned squash and pumpkin

· Green beans

· Cheese

· Apples

· Corn

Harmful to Dogs

· Chocolate

· Eggnog

· Peppermint

· Gingerbread

· Garlic

· Mashed potatoes

· Grapes and raisins

· Mushrooms

· Stuffing

· Gravy

· Turkey carcass

Cat Safe Food

· Unseasoned Boneless Turkey and Ham

· Cranberries

· Cooked, plain potatoes

· Green beans

· Cooked corn

· Peas