So... what's the difference?
DOG
DOG WARDEN
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State employee available M-F day time hours
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Funded by tax dollars/ revenue from licenses
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Responsible for:
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Stray dogs
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Dog licensing issues
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Current rabies vaccines
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Aggressive animal concerns
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Nuisance issues
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Dangerous dogs
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Licensed kennel conditions
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WARDEN
It is important to note, that once a Dog Warden is contacted, they are required by law to pick up the animal. The dog will be taken to the nearest stray hold facility with an opening which in some cases could be a couple counties away
HUMANE
HUMANE SOCIETY POLICE OFFICER
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Employed by an animal welfare organization
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Funded by donations
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Responsible for:
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Investigate animal cruelty, neglect, abuse, and dog fighting
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Animals living in unsafe or unhealthy conditions
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Abandoned animals
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Injured and sick animals that have no other source of help
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SOCIETY
POLICE
OFFICER
If you suspect animal abuse and would like to report it, you should contact your local humane society police officer or local police station. In the absence of local police, contact the Pennsylvania State Police
If you suspect someone is fighting dogs call the national tip line at 1-877-TIP-HSUS. If a dog fight is in progress immediately call 911
To report a puppy mill, call 1-877-MILL-TIP