Humane Officer

Report animal abuse or neglect.

humane officer

About Our Humane Officer

Officer Hitchcock has retired as Humane Officer.
We are in the process of hiring a new Agent.

Officer Hitchcock has been in law enforcement since 1996. He started as TCHS Humane Officer in 2015. He serves a population of 90,914 with an estimated 22,983 dogs and 25,929 cats. Officer Hitchcock is an avid animal lover and has a few different critters in his home; dogs, cats, and some goats. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family and playing the drums.

When calling our hotline please remember a few details:

  • The Humane Officer is dispatched through the shelter.
  • All calls are confidential. The caller will not receive a follow up due to confidentiality.
  • The caller must provide an address to the location of the animal in need.
  • Please speak slowly and clearly so we can understand all the information.
  • Please leave a detailed message about the problem you are reporting.