April 9-15 week recognizes animal care and control

Endorsed by the National Animal Care & Control Association, the week of April 9-15 celebrates and promotes professionalism amongst animal care and control professionals nationwide.

In 2016, Pullman Police Department responded to more than 750 calls related to animals.

The department employs two full-time code enforcement officers, Elizabeth Schaeffer and Emily Johns. They respond to animal control calls and enforce Pullman's parking and code enforcement duties.

Pullman Police Chief Gary Jenkins said Schaeffer and Johns protect the welfare of animals suffering from disease, injury, abuse or starvation, while protecting and educating the public about wild and domestic animals.

The department also recognizes the hard-working staff and volunteers of the Whitman County Humane Society for their continued support and quality care of Pullman animals through essential rescue, shelter and adoption services.