Animal Friends

All About Animal Services - Animal Services - Learn what to do with pets in the event of a disaster or emergency. Learn about the organization, missions, responsibilities and services provided by your County Animal Services Department. Take a look at social issues concerning animals in our communities and how they affect our neighborhoods and citizens. Recommended audience: All ages

Avoiding Dog Bites - Animal Services - This is a 90-minute dual presentation. The presentation begins with a videotape by the American Veterinary Medical Association relative to dog bite prevention. Recommended audience: All ages

Bite Prevention - Animal Services - This is an easily understood presentation of eleven specific points that can reduce dog bite numbers if followed. Additionally, dog bite statistics are presented so that attendees can understand the gravity of the problem on a nationwide basis. Recommended audience: All ages

Canine Communication - Animal Services - This civilian-friendly presentation covers various aspects of canine body language and facial expressions. Our hope is that if attendees assimilate some of the information presented, it may help reduce the number of dog attacks/bites or less than favorable encounters with dogs. Recommended audience: All ages

Coyotes 101 – Animal Services - An introduction to coyotes in Pinellas County - 18 slides (1 hour). Recommended audience: All ages

Preparing Your Pets – Animal Services - Remember that Fluffy and Fido need to be planned for as well. Learn some common-sense tips on how to prepare your pet for hurricane season. Recommended audience: All ages

Rabies Investigation and Control - Animal Services - You're on the case to see how rabies in Pinellas County is controlled. Also, you'll hear how rabies affects animal behavior and how to avoid being bitten. Recommended audience: All ages

The Pinellas Pet Education Partnership - Animal Services - Various humane agencies and individuals have come together to form the Pinellas Pet Education Partnership. Learn what this organization is doing to promote responsible pet ownership and the well-being of domestic animals in our community. Recommended audience: All ages

To request a speaker, either fill out the online form, or phone the Pinellas County Communications Department at 453-3051. Please give three weeks notice to fill your request.