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Are there limits to the number of pets I can have?
City ordinances permit no more than two dogs and no more than two cats per household.
For more information, call 562-866-9771, extension 2140.
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How do I get a stray animal picked up?
Lakewood's animal care provider is the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA).
SEAACA's service number is 562-803-3301. The shelter is at 9777 SEAACA Street in Downey.
SEAACA handles pet licensing, adoptions, collection of dead or injured animals, and stray animal pick up.
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How do I resolve a problem with barking dogs?
The Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA) investigates complaints regarding barking dogs.
Lakewood residents can make a service request directly to SEAACA by calling 562-803-3301.
At the time of the first complaint, SEAACA will send a written notice of the problem to the location where the barking problem exists and to you.
This is usually sufficient to resolve the problem. There are additional steps that SEAACA will take if the problem persists.
For more information and assistance, call 562-866-9771, extension 2140.
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I have lost my pet.
Lakewood's animal care provider is the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA). The SEAACA handles pet licensing, adoptions, stray and dead animal pick up. They should be called with inquiries about missing pets.
The SEAACA Shelter is located at 9777 SEAACA Street Downey, CA. Phone: 562-803-3301
Shelter Hours: Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Licensing Hours: Tuesday through Friday from noon to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Vaccination Clinic Hours: Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to noon.
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I have rats in my yard and I see rats running on the telephone wires. What do I do about them?
Tree rats are common in southern California in all neighborhoods.
For free rat poison, stop by County Fire Station 45 at 4020 Candlewood Street.
For more information about dealing with rodents, call the Greater Los Angeles
County Vector Control District at 562-944-9656, www.glacvd.org.
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I want to adopt a pet (dogs, cats & rabbits)
Lakewood's animal care provider is the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority. SEAACA's service number is 562-803-3301. The shelter is located at 9777 SEAACA Street in Downey. SEAACA handles pet licensing, adoptions, collection of dead or injured animals, and stray animal pick up.
The SEAACA animal shelter is open Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
A veterinarian clinic for pet shots is available Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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What is being done about the West Nile virus?
The Greater Los Angeles Vector Control District (formerly the Mosquito Abatement District) provides services to control mosquitoes and prevent mosquito-transmitted disease.
Q. What can I do to reduce my risk of becoming infected with West Nile virus?
A. There are several commonsense steps you can take:
- Stay indoors at dawn, dusk, and in the early evening.
- Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants whenever you are outdoors.
- Spray clothing with repellents containing permethrin or DEET since mosquitoes may bite through thin clothing.
- Apply insect repellent sparingly to exposed skin. An effective repellent will contain up to 35% DEET (N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide). DEET in high concentrations (greater than 35%) provides no additional protection. Repellents may irritate the eyes and mouth, so avoid applying repellent to the hands of children. Whenever you use an insecticide or insect repellent, be sure to read and follow the manufacturer's DIRECTIONS FOR USE, as printed on the product.
- Install or repair window and door screens so that mosquitoes cannot get indoors.
For more information, contact the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District at 562-944-9656 or at www.glacvd.org.
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Where can I get help dealing with a swarm of bees?
The Greater Los Angeles Vector Control District (formerly the Mosquito Abatement District) provides services to control mosquitoes, midges,and black flies and to prevent mosquito-transmitted disease.
The district no longer provides services for the control of bees or Africanized Honey Bees.
For more information, call the district at 562-944-9656 or at www.glacvd.org.
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Where do I get a license for my dog?
Licenses are issued by SEAACA. The license fee for an unaltered dog is $28 per year. Licenses for altered dogs are $14 per year. (Licenses for cats are available, but are not required.)
Owners who fail to re-license their dog annually must pay a late fee.
Before a license is issued, dogs must have a valid rabies vaccination certificate good for the term of the license.
Lakewood's annual Bow-Wow and Meow pet clinics offer low cost rabies vaccinations and the opportunity to re-license dogs. For more information, call 562-866-9771, extension 2140.
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Who does animal control for Lakewood and where is the animal shelter?
Lakewood's animal care provider is the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA). The SEAACA handles pet licensing, adoptions, and stray and dead animal pick up.
The Shelter is located at 9777 SEAACA Street in Downey. 562-803-3301. Shelter hours: Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Licensing hours: Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Vaccination clinic hours Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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