If the alligator is located in its natural habitat, for example, in or near a pond, we cannot remove it.
Additionally, if the alligator is larger than 4 feet long please call Florida Wildlife Commission at 866-392-4286.
Although we adopt out small pocket animals such as gerbils from time to time, wild animals are generally sent to rescue organizations in the area. We do not adopt out squirrels, raccoons or other wildlife.
A rabies vaccination for your pet keeps you, your family, your friends, and the community safe. Please keep pets rabies vaccinated! This is not just a County rule, but state law.
Other tips on rabies prevention include:
- Do not leave pet food or garbage out over night.
- Teach children to enjoy wildlife from a safe distance.
- Do not keep wildlife as pets.
- Do not handle wildlife, dead or alive.
- Report bites or scratches to your local Health Department or Animal Service organization, Osceola County Animal Services, 407-742-8000, 3910 Old Canoe Creek Rd., St. Cloud, FL. Seek medical attention without delay!
- Keep pets inside to minimize or prevent interaction with wildlife.
- Talk with your veterinarian about vaccines for horses and other livestock.
If you see sick or strange acting animals, domestic or wild, please call the number above and request an Animal Services Officer. Be sure to advise there is a sick animal.
We do not remove either pigs wild hogs; you will need to contact a nuisance trapper. Click the link below to contact the nearest trapper; Dr Critter.
Other trappers and removal services are available by searchin the database below.