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World Rabies Day is September 28, 2024 The OCHD recognizes World Rabies Day, which is celebrated annually on September 28. The theme for World Rabies Day […]

5 Important Tips to Alleviate Back-to-School Anxiety! There are several easy ways to tell when a child’s anxiety is cause for concern. Red flags that indicate […]

August 1 through October 15 is the BEST TIME to Evict Bats from Your Attic. For many adaptable bats in New Jersey, attics in buildings make […]

The Ocean County Animal Facilities Launch Annual Clear the Shelters National Pet Adoption Event The Ocean County Animal Facilities are excited to announce their participation in […]

People can get a Shigella infection (shigellosis) after putting something in their mouth or swallowing something that has come into contact with the stool (poop) of […]

 AT YOUR NEXT SUMMER COOKOUT OR PARTY. DON’T UNDERCOOK THE CHICKEN! OCHD recommends cooking whole chicken to a safe minimum internal temperature of 165°F as measured […]

Now that we are smack in the middle of those Dog Days of Summer – Be Prepared for Extreme Heat! Download This Important Heat Safety Checklist […]

Don’t Forget We Are Still in the Midst of Hurricane Season! GET A KITEvery family/person should have an emergency kit / go-bag created that will help […]