How to Call and Report a Dog Bite Attack in Orange County
Montevideo Law Group – Orange County Animal Control Services Coverage
There are several Animal Control facilities in Orange County, each serving different communities. If you’ve suffered from a dog bite attack, please find the city where it occurred below and contact the appropriate Animal Control department as soon as possible. Remember, in emergency situations, you can always call 911 and they will connect you with the proper authorities to help.
Communities in Orange County
Click on the city in Orange County you were bitten or attacked by a dog below for the Animal Control Reporting Agency contact information below:
OC Animal Care – Animal Control
OC Animal Control is the largest animal control agency in Orange County. Call OC Animal Care if you are bitten and/or attacked by a dog in the following communities they serve:
- Anaheim
- Brea
- Cypress
- Fountain Valley
- Fullerton
- Huntington Beach
- Laguna Hills
- Lake Forest
- La Palma
- Orange
- Placentia
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- Rossmoor
- San Juan Capistrano
- Tustin
- Villa Park
- Yorba Linda
Contact Information:
- 1630 Victory Rd, Tustin, CA 92782
- (714) 796-6421 – Monday – Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- (714) 259-1122 – After hours, weekends and holidays
- You can also fill out the online form found here and fax it to (714) 259-1089.
- http://www.ocpetinfo.com/
Mission Viejo Animal Services
Serving the following communities:
- Mission Viejo
- Laguna Niguel
- Aliso Viejo
- Ladera Ranch
- Coto de Caza
- Las Flores
Contact Information:
- 28095 Hillcrest, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
- (949) 470-3045
- http://cityofmissionviejo.org/AnimalServices/
Hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Sundays: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
San Clemente – Dana Point Animal Shelter
Serving the following communities:
- San Clemente
- Dana Point
Contact Information:
- 221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente, CA 92672
- (949) 492-1617
- https://www.san-clemente.org/departments-services/animal-services-casa
Hours:
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Sundays: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
City of Irvine Animal Services
Serving: Irvine
Contact Information:
- 6443 Oak Canyon, Irvine, CA 92618
- IPD Dispatch (Calls for Service): (949) 724-7200
- Animal Services Supervisor: (949) 724-7091
- Animal Services Unit: (949) 724-7092
- Irvine Animal Care Center: (949) 724-7440
- http://www.cityofirvine.org/animal-care-center
Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
Newport Beach Animal Control
Serving: Newport Beach
Contact Information:
- 20302 Riverside Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
- (949) 644-3717
- http://www.nbpd.org/community/animal_control/default.asp
Hours:
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday – Sunday: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Costa Mesa Animal Control
Serving: Costa Mesa
Contact Information:
- 99 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- (714) 754-5674
- https://www.costamesaca.gov/city-hall/city-departments/police/animal-control
Santa Ana Animal Services
Serving: Santa Ana
Contact Information:
- 310 N. Birch St., Santa Ana, CA 92701
- (714) 245-8792
- https://www.santa-ana.org/pd/field-operations-bureau/animal-services
Laguna Beach Animal Services
Serving the following communities:
- Laguna Beach
- Laguna Woods
Contact Information:
- 20612 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- (949) 497-0701
- http://puplagunabeach.org/
Hours:
- Monday – Sunday (daily): 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Garden Grove Animal Care
Serving: Garden Grove
Contact Information:
- 13802 Newhope St, Garden Grove, CA 92843
- (714) 741-5565
- After-hour emergencies: (714) 741–5704
- https://www.ci.garden-grove.ca.us/animalcare
Mode of contact: The on-duty/on-call animal care officer is automatically notified when a voicemail message is left and will determine the level of response necessary. For after-hours emergencies, call Garden Grove Police Department at (714) 741 – 5704.
Hours:
- Monday – Sunday (daily): 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *Except Holidays
Buena Park Animal Control
Serving: Buena Park
Contact Information:
- 9777 Seaaca St., Downey, CA, 90241
- (714) 562-DOGS or (562) 803-3301
- http://www.buenapark.com/residents/animal-control
Special note: The Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA) provides animal care and control services to the citizens of Buena Park.
Hours:
- Monday & Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Westminster Animal Control
Serving the following communities:
- Westminster
- Stanton
- Midway City
Contact Information:
- 8200 Westminster Blvd, Westminster, CA 92683
- (714) 548-3201
- Email: animalcontrol@westminster-ca.gov
- https://www.westminster-ca.gov/our_city/report/bites.asp
Hours:
- Monday – Sunday (daily): 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
La Habra Animal Control
Serving: La Habra
Contact Information:
- 150 N Euclid St, La Habra, CA 90631
- (562) 383-4352
- https://www.lahabracity.com/240/Animal-Control
Hours:
- Monday – Sunday (daily): 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Long Beach Animal Control
Serving the following communities:
- Long Beach
- Seal Beach
- Los Alamitos
Contact Information:
- 7700 E Spring St, Long Beach, CA 90815
- (562) 570-7387
- http://www.longbeach.gov/acs/
Hours:
- Monday & Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
General Considerations
If you suffer a dog bite attack after normal business hours in any local community, contact the Orange County Animal Services number at (714) 259-1122. You should also obtain medical treatment for any and all injuries, even if they seem minor, and keep in mind that medical providers have a legal duty to report dog bites if they treat them. For further questions, contact one of our Orange County Dog Bite Attorneys.
