1020 Old Latta Highway
Dillon, SC 29536
Shelter Phone: (843) 841-8884
Shelter open to public hours: 10:00 am-4:00 pm (Monday-Friday)
Email: animalcontrol@dilloncounty.org
Animal Control Phone: (843) 845-1986
Animal Control Hours of Operation: 8:30 am-5:00 pm (Monday-Friday)
Dillon County Government provides support for both animal control services to protect the citizens and our wildlife and funds an animal shelter where pets that are lost and found or abandoned can be taken care of humanely and reunited with their family or adopted out to a new family seeking a pet.
Animal Control
The Dillon County Animal Control Department serves the public by responding to and investigating animal complaints regarding stray, injured, and neglected domestic animals in Dillon County. The department also monitors rabies vaccinations in domestic animals. This service is provided under the authority of local and state regulations.
All wildlife nuisance concerns are directed to SCDNR (South Carolina Department of Natural Resources) at 803-955-4000. In most nuisance cases DNR will refer callers to private trappers as listed on their website.
Deceased animals on a State road are referred to SCDOT at 803-327-6186. Deceased animals on private property are the property owner’s responsibility.
The department operates a shelter to house animals that have been picked up in violation of the leash law and for animals that have been released by their owners. Animals in violation of the leash law are housed for a minimum of five days prior to being eligible for adoption. Other duties of our Animal Control Department include:
- Assisting public with the adoption process, including the spay/neutering of animals adopted from the shelter
- Educating citizens on the importance of responsible pet ownership and the importance of spaying or neutering pets
- Picking up and process suspected rabies carriers that have had known contact with an individual or their pet
- Picking up stray and injured dogs that are in violation of the leash law and injured or nuisance cats
- Public Education regarding local leash laws
All strays and pets found to be running at large are housed at the Dillon County Animal Shelter located at 1020 Old Latta Highway. If you have lost a pet or need to inform officers of a stray or hurt animal, call 843-845-1986.
Animal Abuse
It is unlawful to knowingly or intentionally overload, overdrive, overwork, ill-treat any animal, deprive any animal of necessary sustenance or shelter, inflict unnecessary pain or suffering upon any animal, or by omission or commission knowingly or intentionally cause these things to be done.
An animal owner/keeper must provide:
- Constant access to a supply of clean, fresh, and potable water.
- Adequate food provisions at suitable intervals of quantities of wholesome foodstuff suitable for the species and age, sufficient to maintain a reasonable level of nutrition to allow for proper growth and weight.
- Adequate shelter that reasonably may be expected to protect the animal from physical suffering or impairment of health due to exposure to the elements or adverse weather. The enclosed structure must be free of urine and fecal matter and provide space for the animal to stand, turn, and lay down.
Dillon County has a zero-tolerance policy for cruelty to animals of all types not just pets. If you know of or see an instance of animal cruelty, contact us at 843-845-1986.
Animal BitesReporting Animal Bites
If you are the victim or the owner of an animal who has bitten or scratched someone, contact the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control at 803-909-7379 immediately. The health department is responsible for recording such incidents in Dillon County. Additional information can be found on the DHEC website.
If the bite or scratch occurs during normal working hours, call the both DHEC and Dillon County Animal Control. While instances of bites from animals rarely leads to rabies, there are several cases each year in South Carolina where residents come into contact with rabid animals and are scratched or bitten. For more information about rabies visit the DHEC rabies website page.
All bites from wild or domesticated animals must be reported to the DHEC Regional Office. The contact information is:
Florence Regional Office
Phone: 843-661-4825
Fax: 843-661-4858
Email: RabiesFlorence@dhec.sc.gov
Medical Consult: 843-661-4830
National Reporting: 1-888-847-0902
Policies
Any pet or other animal which has bitten a person must be confined for a period of at least ten days at the owner’s expense. The health department or the animal control officer shall be permitted by the owner of the pet or animal to examine the animal at any time within the ten-day period of confinement to determine whether the animal shows symptoms of rabies.
Do not destroy the animal because it may be needed to complete a rabies test. All animal bites and scratches, regardless of whether from a household pet or wild animal, should be reported because cases of rabies have been confirmed in Dillon County.
Animal Shelter
The Dillon County Animal Shelter is also located at 1020 Old Latta Highway. The shelter works with volunteers and community groups to help find the families who have lost their pet. They also work tirelessly to find foster and adoptive homes for the animal in the shelter. The shelter is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
You can review our adoption application and download it by clicking here.
Animals for Adoption
There are many beautiful cats (and kittens) and dogs (and puppies) that need a good home. Adopting a pet at the Dillon County Animal Shelter is easy:
Dogs & Puppies
- The adoption fee for a dog or puppy is $110.00. You will need a government issued photo ID.
- The adoption of a dog six months old or older is $40 but you will be required to have the animal checked with the veterinarian of your choice prior to adoption being finalized.
Cats & Kittens
- The adoption fee for an adult cat is $65.00.
- The adoption fee for a kitten is $25.00
Coming Soon: Pets Available For Adoption
Additional Link
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Druscilla Blakely, Clerk To Council
Dillon County Administration
109 S 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536
Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org
County Council Meetings
Dillon County Council meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month beginning at 5 p.m. unless otherwise changed due to holidays. From time to time, Council approves a special called meeting. All special called meetings will be advertised in the local press and will also be posted on the County website and at the County Administration Building and Council Chambers.
2024 Dillon County Council Regular Called Meeting Schedule
Council Meets 4th Wednesday at 5 p.m.
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
County Council Meeting Place
County Council holds all meetings unless specified otherwise at the Dillon County Administration Building, Council Chambers, 109 S 3rd Avenue, Dillon, SC 29536
Requests To Address County Council
Should any person, group or organization request to be heard upon any matter at a regular or special meeting of Council, such person, group or organization shall submit a written request to the Chairman of County Council to place such matter on the agenda for the meeting at least seven (7) days prior to the date set for such meeting. The request shall specifically state the reason for the appearance.
The written request should be sent by USPS mail, hand delivered, or faxed to the Clerk to County Council. To make a request or for more information contact:
Druscilla Blakely, Clerk to Council
109 S 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536
Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org
2024 Council Agendas & Minutes
| Date | Agenda | Minutes |
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January 24, 2024 |
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February 6, 2024 Agenda Minutes
2023 Council Agendas & Minutes
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January 3, 2023 |
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| January 11, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
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| January 25, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| February 22, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| March 23, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| April 26, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| May 9, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| May 16, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| May 24, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| June 28, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| July 7, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| July 26, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| August 11, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
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| September 27, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
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| October 10, 2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
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2022 Council Agendas & Minutes
| Date | Agenda | Minutes |
| January 26, 2022 | Agenda (PDF) | Minutes |
| February 1, 2022 (Called) | Agenda | Minutes |
| February 9, 2022 (Called) | Agenda | Minutes |
| February 23, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| March 23, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| April 19, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
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| May 25, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| June 22, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| July 20, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| July 27, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| August 16, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| August 24, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| September 15, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| September 28, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| October 5, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| October 26, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| November 9, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| November 16, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| December 5, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
| December 14, 2022 | Agenda | Minutes |
For agendas and minutes prior to 2022 you can click on the link below and go to the Dillon County Council Agendas & Minutes Archive Page.
The Dillon County Council has the power to create Boards and Commissions that assist the Council and staff with work important to the citizens of Dillon County. Dillon County Council appoints members of each Board or Commission. Many Boards, Commissions, or Committees are created so that each of the 7 Council members appoint a member so that each of the 7 Districts of the County are represented. Each Board, Commission, or Committee has its own mission, rules, and regulations as set and approved by County Council.
The current Boards & Commission are:
- Dillon County Airport Commission
- Dillon County Library Board of Trustees
- Dillon County Planning Commission
- Dillon County Zoning Board of Appeals
- Dillon County Public-Private Economic Development Partnership Board
- Dillon County Transportation Committee
- Dillon County Conversation District
Interested In Serving On A County Board, Commission or Committee?
Any citizen of Dillon County can request and apply to serve on any of the Boards, Commissions, or Committees. County Council has final say on those selected for each vacancy, but all applications will be reviewed and considered. If interested in serving on one of the Dillon County Boards, Commissions, or Committees contact your Council member or the Clerk To Council at:
Druscilla Blakely, Clerk To Council
Dillon County Administration
109 S 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536
Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org
County Council Member Contact Information
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District 1 707 Curry Street |
District 2 301 Horseshoe Drive
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District 3 2552 Harlee Bridge Rd |
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District 4 PO Box 173 |
District 5 1948 Hwy 301 N
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District 6 945 W Calhoun St Ext
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District 7 1101 East Harrison St |
District 1
Jamal Campbell,
Vice-Chairman
707 Curry Street
Dillon, SC 29536
Phone: 910-644-2893
Emails
jamal_campbell24@yahoo.com
jcampbell@dilloncountysc.org
District 5
Kenny Cook Jr.
1948 Hwy 301 N
Dillon, SC 29536
Phone: 843-610-9780
Email:
kcook@dilloncountysc.org
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District 2
Dennis Townsend
301 Horseshoe Drive
Lake View, SC 29563
Phone: 843-621-4478
Emails:
dennistownsend@bellsouth.net
dtownsend@dilloncountysc.org
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District 3
Detrice Dawkins,
Council Chairwoman
2552 Harlee Bridge Rd
Hamer, SC 29547
Phone:843-617-3425
Emails:
tricedawkins@yahoo.com
dmdawkins@dilloncountysc.org
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District 4
T. F. Finklea
PO Box 173
Latta, SC 29565
Phone: 843-752-5017
Cell: 843-632-1266
Emails:
dccbuzzyfinklea@gmail.com
tffinklea@dilloncountysc.org
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