Coronavirus: L.A. County animal control says to free stray cats, delay surrendering pets
LA TimesThe Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control department announced major changes in operations because of the coronavirus. Officials said its animal control officers would continue to respond to public safety and animal welfare calls, such as dangerous dogs, dead animal reports and animal cruelty investigations, but that the department is deferring less urgent calls until further notice. Animal care centers are suspending the sale of pet licenses, and pet owners will be given a 30-day grace period for late license submissions. “We understand the impact this can potentially cause on customers and will continue to monitor the situation closely to provide updates.” Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks announced that it would close all recreation and senior centers and cancel all activities there through at least April 4.
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