Animals and pets, rats and bugs
How to get rid of rats and mice
- How to file a complaint about rats
- Learn about how to keep rats away from your home
- Learn about what kind of food attracts rats
- Methods on how to kill a rat
- Download brochures in multiple languages
Pet business regulations
- Types of facilities that need a permit
- Change of ownership information
- How to get a permit
- Fact sheets and infection control plans
- Brochures, signs and posters
Zoonotic diseases
- Zoonotic disease fact sheets
- Animal disposal guidelines
- Brochures and publications
- Resources for veterinarians
- Rabies information
Rabies fact sheet
- *Scroll down alphabetical list on linked page for info
- Bats are the most common source of rabies in WA state
- Be a responsible pet owner
- Tips to avoid unfamiliar animals
- Links to facts on animal bites, bat and human rabies
Bed bug fact sheet
- Detecting if you have bed bugs
- Bed bug bite appearance
- How bed bugs get into homes
- Cleaning up and prevent bed bug infestations
- About pest control services
West Nile virus facts
- Facts about West Nile virus (WNV)
- Human effects of WNV infection
- Mosquito control tips
- Steps to prevent mosquito bites
- Precautions when using mosquito repellents
Private goat ownership
- Legal aspects to goat ownership
- Learn how to prevent disease transmission
- Learn about goat milk pasterization
- Risks of disease from goat droppings
Avian influenza (flu)
- Learn the differences between avian, seasonal and pandemic flu
- Facts about avian influenza
- Learn about the new strain, H7N9
- Considerations for travelers
- Preparing for avian flu and pandemic flu
Swimmer's itch fact sheet
- Learn about this itchy rash caused by parasites in lake water
- Symptoms of the condition
- Learn tips to reducing your risk