By Bill Galluccio
Photo: Getty Images
Residents of Los Angeles County are getting fed up with the continued presence of wild peacocks that roam their neighborhoods. The birds, which have been living in the area for over 100 years, have been causing property damage and keeping residents up all night with their loud shrieking.
When the birds were first brought to the area in the late 1800s, they were considered a status symbol for wealthy individuals. Farmers also used them to control the pest population and to serve as a burglar alarm because their loud screaming would alert them to any intruders.
By Bill Galluccio
Photo: Getty Images
Residents of Los Angeles County are getting fed up with the continued presence of wild peacocks that roam their neighborhoods. The birds, which have been living in the area for over 100 years, have been causing property damage and keeping residents up all night with their loud shrieking.
When the birds were first brought to the area in the late 1800s, they were considered a status symbol for wealthy individuals. Farmers also used them to control the pest population and to serve as a burglar alarm because their loud screaming would alert them to any intruders.
L.A. Department Of Animal Care And Control Waives Pet License Renewal Fees
The L.A. County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) has announced that late fees will be waived for all new or renewed pet licenses between April 15th and June 30th, 2021 in response to the economic detriment of the COVID-19 pandemic. The DACC is also offering free microchips.
“We hope this license penalty amnesty program and the offer of free microchips encourages pet owners to license and protect their pets,” stated DACC Director Marcia Mayeda.
In response to the economic turmoil the pandemic has caused in many households, causing them to miss renewing or licensing their pet, incurring late fees, the DACC has released a new program, the Pet Licensing Amnesty Program, to provide LA County residents late fee forgiveness and more economic opportunities to renew pet licenses.