HUMANE SOCIETY OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY REPORTING STATISTICS

Census figures for 2007 show the population of St. Lucie County 271,961. It is estimated that over 135,000 dogs and cats currently reside in St. Lucie County.

For the calendar year 2006-2207 the Humane Society of St. Lucie County took in a combined total 8336 dogs and cats from St. Lucie County.

The total number of unhealthy and untreatable animals, including those that are severely injured, sick, or aggressive that were humanely euthanized was 5154. Dogs and Cats humanely euthanized for other reasons, including owner requested euthanasia, totaled 212

43 Dogs and 200 cats could not be saved and died in shelter care.

648 Cats and 1056 dogs for a total of 1704 were adopted to new homes. 895 animals were returned to their owners and 187 dogs and cats were transferred to rescue organizations.

In addition St. Lucie County, in cooperation with the Humane Society instituted a new ordinance requiring dog and cat owners to pay a registration and license fee for their animals. Over 5000 residents registered their pets, and more than 150 animals were altered at no cost to the owner at the Humane Society spay and neuter clinic.

For further information please contact the Humane Society of St. Lucie County at info@hsslc.org