ANIMAL SHELTERS | JEFFERSON COUNTY OFFICES
107 East Perkins, Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Eligibility
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Hours
Voice
Languages
English
Application process
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Service area
Jefferson County, Illinois
Description
Provides enforcement of state, county, and city ordinances (upon request) pertaining to dog and cats, impounding animals found to be in violation of those ordinances. investigating bite incidents, investigating inhumane treatment of animals, investigating domestic livestock injury claims.
Assistance is given in reclaiming lost pets and stray animals are received and housed. Prior to any adoption, animals are inoculated, spayed/neutered, and a microchip is inserted for easy identification of lost pets.
Date of Last Formal Update
07/30/2025
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JEFFERSON COUNTY OFFICES
Provides the county offices for Jefferson County.