City of Long Beach, CA - frequently asked questions

Animals

"Service Animals" in a place of business?
Dealing with the Death of a Pet, Final Care of Your Pet's Body
How can I prevent wild animals from foraging for food in my yard?
Am I allowed to breed my dog or cat here?
Are there regulations on the maximum permissible number of pets?
Are you moving? renting a property and your concerned about your pet?
Assistance Dog, What? Codes, Laws, and Regulations Governing
Avoiding Dog Bites. Common Tips and Information.
Chaining or Tethering Dogs, What you should know
Cockfighting Fact Sheet
Coping with the Death of Your Pet
Dogfighting Fact Sheet
Dogs and Pickup Trucks - Not a Good Mix
Emergency versus Non-Emergency Service Call?
How do I get a cat license?
How do I get a license for my cat or dog?
How do I get a license for my dog?
How to Get an Escaped House Cat to Come Home
How will I know the company through which he has a chip is city-approved?
I have a dangerous animal, snake on my property
I have a problem with barking dogs
I have a problem with bees
I have a problem with rats & other pests
I have a sick or injured pet. Can I get treatment at Animal Care Services?
I have a stray cat
I have been bitten by an animal
I have lost my pet
I need to get my pet neutered (or spayed) and can’t afford it where can I go?
I only spend 6 weeks out the year here in Long Beach (or other contracting cities) do I need to get a license?
I want a dead animal removed (stray and wildlife)
I want to adopt a pet (dogs, cats & rabbits)
I want to give away my dog or cat (for adoption)
I want to report a stray dog / cat
I want to report an abused pet
I want to volunteer to work with animals
Is there wildlife in the City of Long Beach area? What can I do about it?
Is your pet's behavior driving you nuts? Got allergies? Got a new baby in the house?
Murine Typhus (Fleaborne Typhus)? Information You Should Know
My dog (or cat) is missing do you have it there?
People Food Poisonous to Pets?
Pet Allergies?
Pet First Aid Kit, Basic Contents?
Reptiles as Pets
Secondhand Smoke & Pets?
Should I Adopt a Cat?
Should I adopt a Dog?
Tell me about rabies
The Danger of Pet Hoarding? Is it Actually a Rescue?
Tips for Homeowners With Pets When Facing Home Foreclosure
Tips on Traveling with your Pet
Urban Coyotes?
What are the leash laws?
What Can I Do About Feral Cats?
What Can I Do If I am Having Trouble Affording Veterinary Care?
What must I present to prove that my animal is microchipped?
What Plants are Dangerous to My Pet?
What responsibility does someone have once they take a cat in or start feeding it?
What you should know about household hazards to pets
What is the cost of a dog license?
Where can I get my pet spayed or neutered
Where does the City of Long Beach Animal Care provide services?
Where does the pet licensing money go?
Where is the animal shelter?
Who owns a cat when everyone is feeding it?
Why does the City conduct door-to-door license canvassing?
Why is this (door to door canvassing) happening suddenly out of nowhere?
Your Cat—Indoors or Out