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Based on the population of the City of Ramsey , we can estimate the pet population with a <br />formula used by Veterinarians and shelters, impound facilities and animal control agencies nationwide. <br />ESTIMATED POPULATION' 23,668 <br />NUMBER OF PET <br />OWNING HOUSEHOLDS PET POPULATION' <br />DOGS 3,323 5,316 <br />CATS 2,767 5,808 <br />It's easy to see that the justification exists to augment your animal control program by working <br />with us. <br />Most municipal animal control programs barely scratch the surface when it comes to regulating, <br />licensing, and controlling the pet populations in their jurisdictions. This is because law enforcement <br />focuses mainly on picking up stray animals, bringing them to the pound, and perhaps ensuring that owners <br />comply with licensing requirements. But only to a certain degree. <br />Many law enforcement agencies and City Administrators desire to have their department staff <br />focus on life safety issues such as responding to traffic accidents, medicals, and providing public services <br />such as vehicle and residential lockouts, traffic control, and crime prevention and education. <br />There is seldom enough time or resources for law enforcement staff to properly address <br />the rescue of mistreated animals, detect and investigate cases of animal neglect and cruelty, employ <br />and administer spay/neuter programs, and deter future problems through public education. <br />Contracting with NMACC can provide back up for Community Service Officers and Police <br />when they are unavailable to handle animal related calls, and allows an additional measure of <br />service to the city and the community. <br />Augmenting the City's law enforcement services with NMACC can also provide extra eyes on the <br />street to observe and report criminal activity. Consider us a free force multiplier. <br />Working with NMACC as part of your animal control team will enable us to use our expertise <br />and resources to educate the public regarding responsible ownership, increase voluntary compliance <br />with licensing requirements, and encourage participation in spay/neuter programs. <br />Please review our standard contract agreement (ATTACHED). We are flexible and will make <br />changes to suit the needs of the City. Feel free to call with any questions or concerns. <br />1— 2010 Estimate (US Census Bureau) <br />2- Pet Population estimates are based on a formula provided in the 2012 U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook <br />-4- <br />