This unit has the responsibility of conducting 500 + inspections annually. The staff works closely with the Department of Regional Planning, Building & Safety, and other County agencies as well as State agencies such as the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Staff work proactively to ensure the health and safety of animals by inspecting unlicensed and licensed animal businesses within our jurisdiction and enforcing all applicable laws and ordinances.

Animal control officers work Monday through Friday to inspect boarding facilities, pet shops, grooming parlors, animal menageries, non-profit humane organizations, animal training facilities, rooster facilities, animal exhibition events and mobile groomers. They also inspect businesses with guard dogs and establishments that require a conditional use permit.

These officers educate business owners during annual inspection by ensuring animals of various species are cared for properly in their environments.  The inspectors document their findings in an inspection report and assign a letter grade. The grade reflects the facility’s level of compliance with applicable state statues, local ordinances, and policies related to the care of animals.

Health and Safety Code 122383 (f) requires animal facilities to have an evacuation plan in case of emergencies such wildfires or other natural disasters.

For new animal facilities, please see our Useful Resources.  If you are an existing Facility customer with the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC), then please use your online credentials to pay for your license.