The City of St. Joseph Animal Control and Rescue has updated its website to assist the public with finding or adopting pets.

The City said as animals are accepted at the Animal Control & Rescue shelter their personal profile is entered into the system, helping shelter staff keep accurate records of each animal.

The program has enhanced veterinary care and medical records, notes on temperament, photos of the animal, etc.   The City said because this “animal inventory” program is linked to the
website, usually the information and pictures post online within 24 hours of the animals arrival at the shelter. It said this is the most immediate and responsive way to announce which
animals are currently at the shelter.

Postings on the website are listed under several categories: adopt; rescue; foster; lost pets; stray animals; and found animals. Lost or found animals can be posted when reported by the community. Residents who lose or find a pet should contact the shelter, and will be encouraged to bring “found” animals to be scanned for a microchip. A description and location of lost or found animals and a photo, if available, can be posted using the new software.

One of the more progressive components of the software is its mobility. This software allows Animal Control & Rescue Officers to access owner and animal information while in the field through use of a mobile laptop. The ability to search the system for animal and owner information while in the field reduces the use of resources and prevents unnecessary trips to the shelter by reuniting pets and owners quickly.

The software and its website connection identify animals at the shelter so they can quickly be reunited with their owners or find a new home. It also promotes animals at the shelter in need of foster care or placement with a rescue organization.

CLICK HERE to access the website.