For Adoption of Animals, Spay and Neuter Information, Vaccine Information and services please contact the Shelby County Humane Society, Inc. (http://www.shelbyhumane.org/) or call (205) 669-3916.

If you are located within a city, contact your local municipality for the applicable animal control information. The County does not have jurisdiction within a city.

 Regulations and Controls

The Rabies Vaccination and Verification Program started in Shelby County effective January 1, 2005.  Shelby County Animal Control is not associated with this program.  However, in an effort to provide information to the public, we are posting the following information to help with questions associated with the program.  The Rabies Vaccination and Verification Program is administered by Rabies Control, Inc. under the direction of the Shelby County Rabies Control Officer, Dr.Becky Senicz, and in accordance with Alabama Code 3-7A-1. The law requires that all dogs and cats over three (3) months of age be vaccinated against rabies annually, and the owner must be able to provide proof of vaccination signed by a licensed veterinarian. Dr. James N. Green with Rabies Control, Inc.will be performing all fieldwork and verification activities. Any questions and/or comments concerning the Rabies Vaccination and Verification Program should be directed to Dr.Senicz, Shelby County Rabies Control Officer, or Dr. James Green, Rabies Control, Inc. Rabies Control, Inc. 1-800-874-2910.