Public shelters will open at 9 a.m. on Tuesday September 27, 2022 at the below address for residents in mandatory evacuation areas.

• Challenger K-8 – Special Needs

  13400 Elgin Blvd.
  Spring Hill, FL 34609

   

• The Mining Association Enrichment Center – General Population and Pet Friendly

  800 John Gary Grubbs Blvd.
  Brooksville, FL 34601

   

• Explorer K-8 - General Population and Pet Friendly
  10252 Northcliffe Blvd.
  Spring Hill, FL 34608

Hernando County Animal Services provides Pet Friendly Sheltering during declared emergencies. Our citizens and their animals are housed in separate sections of the designated shelter(s). Designated shelters are typically Hernando County Schools. The model consists of the animals being housed in crates and the owner providing for feeding and bathroom break needs. If you may have a need to seek shelter with your pet during a declared emergency the following list will help you be prepared:

• Have and bring your own appropriately sized crate (County resources are limited)
• Ensure your dog is trained to walk on a leash
• Bring all your dogs required medications
• Bring several days’ worth of your animals’ food
• Train your dog while on a leash to be calm around other leashed dogs.
• Get your dog used to being in the crate for periods of time.
• Ensure your dog is current on all vaccinations
• Bring your own leash and collar.
• Microchip your animal if possible.
• Bring any toys and/or bedding that will make your animal comfortable.
• If your animal is fearful or shy, bring sheets to cover the crate while still allowing airflow.
• If you bring a crate place something unique on it to distinguish it from others.
• Understand that your animal will not be housed in the same section as you; however, you will have access to your animal.
• Do not buy different snacks or food for the animal that they are not accustomed to, this will often cause the animals to have digestive issues; particularly when they are already stressed.
• If your animal has any propensity to bite animals or humans, please obtain and utilize a muzzle.
• Bring spray cleaner, paper towels etc., to be able to clean your animal’s crate.

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