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.