Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. The primary objective of the shelter is to provide an animal shelter to receive domestic animals that are surrendered by the residents of the entire St. Lucie County area, both incorporated and unincorporated, preferably through a managed intake process, or impounded by Animal Control Officers or other Law Enforcement personnel. 2. Offer professional, friendly customer service. All customers are to be treated in a manner that conveys respect and courtesy regardless of the cause or nature of their visit. 3. Offer low cost veterinary services, specifically vaccinations and sterilization surgeries, to pet owners. The City of Fort Pierce and its municipal partners strongly support spaying and neutering of all animals and all animals are required by state statute and local ordinance to be sterilized prior to any adoption. 4. Provide adequate and necessary care to all animals under its oversight. This includes medical attention to injured/sick animals, basic vaccinations, flea/tick treatments, testing and treating for worms, and if necessary, humane euthanasia. 5. Provide and promote adoption services to area residents.
