How to Obtain a Pet License
Not all cities in Orange County are serviced by OC Animal Care. Dog licenses for residents in cities not served by OC Animal Care must be obtained from their city's animal control agency. (see area…
Canine Distemper
Canine distemper is one of the most significant and highly contagious viral diseases of dogs. The virus targets various organ systems all at the same time in an animal’s body adding to its…
Barking Dogs
Barking Dog Procedure Barking Dog & Animal Nuisance Ordinance CLICK HERE for information on filing a Barking Dog and Animal Nuisance complaint in one of the below cities or areas.…
Holiday Safety Tips for Your Pets
4th of July Pet Safety TipsHalloween Pet Safety TipsFirework Pet Safety NYEThe holidays are a wonderful time to celebrate with family and loved ones, but it can be a stressful and dangerous time for…
InCustody Death July 11 2023
On Tuesday, July 11, 2023, 50-year-old Jason Williams from Costa Mesa, CA housed at the Central Men’s Jail in Module F died at Orange County Global Medical Center, Santa Ana. At the time,…
InCustody Death January 5 2024
On Friday, January 5, 2024, an Orange County Jail inmate housed at the Intake Release Center in Module K died at Orange County Global Medical Center, Santa Ana. The decedent is a 28-year-old Hispanic…
September 1974 Michael Ray Schlicht
On September 14, 1974 two men off-roading on a fire road found a deceased man on the side of the trail in present-day Aliso Viejo. The man’s death was initially determined an accident due to…
Incustody Death January 14 2024
On Thursday, January 11, 2024, an inmate was remanded into Orange County Sheriff’s custody via bedside arraignment at the Orange County Global Medical Center. On Sunday, January 14, 2024, the…
InCustody Death January 26 2024
On Friday, January 26, 2024, an Orange County Jail inmate housed at the Central Men’s Jail in Module C died while inside custody. The decedent is a 57-year-old Hispanic male who was awaiting trial.…