Animal Regulations
County of Tehama
Being a Responsible Pet Owner in Tehama County
License:
Reason: No person shall own or keep any dog over four months of age
within the unincorporated area of the county unless such dog is licensed.
What is required: A certificate of vaccination signed by a veterinarian showing an approved rabies vaccination and the period of time from the date of vaccination to the date of expiration.
When: Application for a dog license shall be made to the Tehama County Animal Care Center (if you live in the cit of limits of Red Bluff or Corning, license will be accomplished in the respective city) by the owner of the dog to be licensed no later than thirty days after the acquisition of the dog.
Benefit: Studies show
that over 90% of dogs impounded wearing a license are returned to their owner.
Spaying
& Neutering:
Reason: Prevents further litters that will increase our growing
overpopulation of homeless animals.
What is required: A veterinarian.
When: Most veterinarians recommend spay/neuter between for to six months of age.
Benefit: Once
spayed/neutered; females are normally healthier, do not go into heat (which
attracts unaltered males into your yard) and live longer. Males are less likely
to stray from home and are better family pets.
lEAshing Your Dog While Out:
Reason: No person shall permit a dog to run at large from private
property owned by the owner of such dog, or from private property to which such
owner has a right of possession.
What is required: Dog must be restrained by substantial leash and under physical control of its owner.
When: Anytime you leave your property.
Benefit: If a dog is
properly leashed, it will not be able to run into traffic preventing injury to
the dog and driver of any vehicle. If the dog is let loose and does any damage,
the owner could be held liable to any costs incurred.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: I do not have a fenced yard. Can I tie my
dog to a tree or post while I’m gone?
A: A dog is not allowed to be tethered to any item for
more than 3 hours in a 24 hour period. They should also have access to
water and shelter when needed while tethered.
Q: I take my
dog everywhere with me. Is it okay that I leave the dog in the car while
I run into the store?
A: No person shall leave or confine an animal in any
unattended motor vehicle under conditions that endanger the health or well being
of any animal due to heat, cold, lack of adequate ventilation, lack of food or
water, or other circumstances that could reasonably be expected to cause
suffering, disability, or death of the animal.
Q: Where can I get my animals spayed or neutered?
A: There are many veterinarians in Tehama County and all
do spaying and neutering of animals.
Q: There is a loose cat in my yard. What do I do with it?
A: Cats are unregulated in Tehama County and as such, no
agency will pick the cat up. The Tehama County Animal Care Center will accept
cats for a requested impounded fee. With very limited space at the Care Center,
there is a waiting list bring them in. To be added to the waiting list or to
ask further questions about turning the cat in, call the Tehama County Animal
Care Center.
Q: I found a stray dog. Who do I call?
A. If you live in the city limits of Red Bluff, you
will call the Red Bluff Police Department.
If you live in the city limits of Corning, you will call the Corning Police Department.
If you live anywhere in Tehama County other than the above two cities, you will
call the Tehama County Sheriff’s Office.
Q: I can not seem to train my dog. What can I do?
A: There are many options to house training your dog. One
of the most recommended trainings are to crate train (resources can be found
on-line or handouts are available at the Tehama County Care Center). The most
important thing to keep in mind is positive reinforcement always wins out over
negative. Praise your dog when he/she does go to the bathroom in the proper
location.
Q:
My dog is constantly chewing up my house. How can I stop this behavior?
A: Your dog needs something to do. Most of the time when
a dog is chewing items up it is simply bored. If you have toys already and the
dog is ignoring them, then try some of the puzzle style toys available. Many
toys have small treats in them and the dog has to find a way to get them out.
You can also try exercising the dog more when you are home. There are many
resources available in print and on-ling talking about how to break dogs of
these bad habits.
Q: Are
there opportunities to volunteer at the Tehama County Animal Care Center?
A: Yes, absolutely! The animals at the Tehama County Care
Center absolutely love the extra attention given when volunteers spend time with
them. For a volunteer packet and to set up a volunteer interview contact the
Tehama County Animal Care Center by calling 530-527-3439.
Contact Information:
Tehama County Animal Care Center
530-527-3439
Tehama County Sheriff’s Office
530-529-7900 ext. 1
Red Bluff Police Department
530-527-3131
Corning Police Department
530-824-7000