Our Mission
We strive to protect the health and welfare of people and animals in St Louis County. This is accomplished by controlling populations of stray and feral animals, enforcing County ordinances, and providing exemplary care for animals housed at the shelter.
We are a public resource, guiding and protecting people and animals to live in a safe, healthy, and humane community.
Our Vision
The St. Louis County Department of Health's vision is a collaborative public health system entrusted to coordinate and allocate resources for prevention and outreach to promote and create a healthy and safe environment.
Our Values
We are committed to achieving the following values:
- Being a public health leader in the community
- Operating in a manner that recognizes the value of all people
- Continuously improving our operations
- Using evidence-based practices
- Attaining the highest level of service through efficiency, consistency, and relationship development
- Promoting innovation to ensure all people in the community are served
- Operating in a transparent manner and accepting responsibility for outcomes