Animal Control

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8:00 AM, March 18th, 2020 - Following the Governor’s directive, all non-essential services will be discontinued at this time and City Hall will be closed to the public until further notice. In response to the Lyon County Animal Services Shelter being closed to the public, Fernley Animal Control will only be able to respond to emergency calls at this time. For immediate service during an emergency contact 911 or the Sheriff’s Office Dispatch at 775-463-6600.

If you lose a pet or find a stray animal, please contact Animal Control immediately at 775-784-9801 and file either a Lost or Found Report and provide a photograph to the Officer. City of Fernley Animal Control has a separate Facebook page that can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/Animal-Control-City-of-Fernley-112553306766591/.

The City of Fernley has been closely monitoring the situation regarding COVID-19 and will provide updates as they are available. For more information, be sure to check the City of Fernley’s Facebook page.

We appreciate and thank you for your patience during this challenging time.

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Mission

The Department of Animal Control promotes and protects public safety and animal care through education and animal law enforcement.The City of Fernley does not house animals. All impounded animals are transported to the Lyon County Animal Shelter, Silver Springs, NV.

Purpose

Our purpose is to provide responsive, efficient control services that preserves and protects public and animal safety

Philosophy

Our philosophy is to promote responsible pet ownership, compassion toward animals and safe human-animal interactions.

Position

As the department responsible for animal-related public safety, our mission is achieved through shared city values including professionalism, responsibility, compassion, commitment, integrity, accountability and community partnerships.