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Old 04-29-2015, 12:03 PM
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5 wild pigs are in the neighborhood, today. They are tearing up yards. Nothing gets rid of them...chasing, sticks, etc. They come right back. Anybody out there know someone who traps them and takes them away? We were told that a trapper will come,but you have to pay for it. Other solutions?
You can start by calling Sumter County Animal Services.
Animal Services strives to protect people and property from the dangers of roaming, uncontrolled animals as well as protect pets from the dangers of the wild and our busy streets and highways.

What is Considered Nuisance Wildlife?
Florida Fish and Wildlife Commision (FWC) defines nuisance wildlife as wildlife that causes (or is about to cause) property damage, presents a threat to public safety, or causes an annoyance within, under, or upon a building.

Animal Services
Email - animalcontrol@sumtercountyfl.gov

819 CR 529
Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538

Ph: 352-569-1960
Fx: 352-569-1961

Hours
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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