As a service to Geauga County residents, Rescue Village funds a Humane Law Department. Court appointed* Humane Law Agents are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They respond to complaints about animal cruelty or neglect and act as emergency first responders for sick or injured stray animals.

To contact a Humane Agent:
Page: 440.301.1054
Voice Mail: 440.338.4819 ext. 41
Email: humaneagent@geaugahumane.org

The Agent's role includes:

• Educating county residents regarding the humane treatment of animals
• Investigating suspected animal cruelty cases
• Aiding in the prosecution of suspected animal abusers
• In accordance with Ohio law, placing animals into protective custody for their safety and care, when necessary

*Agents are appointed by Probate Court Judge, Hon. Charles E. Henry.

Humane Agent Joyce Rice