Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control officials are reminding dog owners of the importance of vaccinating canines of all ages against parvovirus infection, a serious disease that rapidly spreads among dogs and can result in the death of dogs. Puppies less than six months of age are at the highest risk. 

May 20-26th
Our department routinely works cases where dogs have escaped their yards and attacked causing harm.  Some situations involve children being injured, while others involve bites to other animals and adults. Dog owners are given a summons to appear in court when the attack occurs off of the owner's property.  May 20-26th is National Dog Bite Prevention week and a good time to review dog bite prevention tips with family members.  To avoid being bitten, educate yourself and your children to follow important safety tips .

City dogs and cats must be registered with our department by the time they are five months old. Registration tags are available at our shelter, local veterinary clinics, HOPE for Animals and the Low Cost Spay Neuter Clinic. Attach the registration tag to the collar for quick identification should your pet ever become lost. Choose between lifetime and annual registration to comply with city ordinance and to avoid a citation. Registration Application