Lake County has eight primary shelters, and additional shelters are available if necessary. In most circumstances, the primary shelters will be the first to open. In addition to being general population risk shelters, all primary shelters are pet friendly and many serve those residents who have registered with the County?s special-needs program. All pets accepted by authorities at shelters must be crated and have documentation of up-to-date rabies vaccinations.
To register for the special-needs program or the public-shelter registry, call the Lake County Emergency Management Division at (352) 343-9420.