WINNIPEG - Meet newly named Rayne! The puppy was recovered by Animal Services Officers last week in a dumpster in the 1000 block of Jefferson Avenue. Rayne has received medical treatment and is in the care of the Animal Services Agency.
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Animal Services officials wish to remind the public that if residents are unable to care for their dogs, there are many resources available in Winnipeg. Ask family, friends, co-workers, or seek the assistance of the numerous animal welfare groups in Winnipeg.
Animal Services receives more than 12,000 calls for service a year. The Agency provides the essential service of animal control in Winnipeg which includes:
- Animal Services Officers to help resolve neighbourhood disputes and other incidents involving animals.
- A facility for the care of stray dogs.
- A fleet of animal control vehicles.
- Administration of a dog licensing program.
- Reuniting stray dogs with their owners including a â�ÅFree Ride Homeâ�� program for dogs wearing current licenses. Dogs wearing current licenses are reunited with their owners 24/7 through 311.
- Transportation of injured animals for emergency veterinary care.
- Emergency services including attending house fires, car accidents, and police assists to help in the removal of animals.
- An Adoption Program at Animal Services which allows adoptable dogs to be adopted to new families instead of being euthanized.
- Promotion of responsible pet ownership.
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For more information or to view pictures and videos of dogs for adoption visit: Winnipeg.ca/animalservices.