Under the University's policy on Animals on Campus, the only animals visiting the library should be trained or in training service/assistance animals.*
"Drew University prohibits pets and other animals, except for those animals specifically exempted under this policy, from all buildings that are owned, leased, operated or maintained by the University."
If you see a patron enter with an animal:
- Ascertain if it is a service animal. This should be self evident, but if you are uncertain, check with the patron. (Note: The patron DOES NOT NEED to provide documentation of this claim.)
If so, tell the patron that it is welcome in the Library. - If the animal proves to be a pet/companion, courteously explain to the patron the nature of our policy and ask that the animal be removed from the Library.
- If the patron refuses to remove the animal, call Public Safety (3379) to ask them to enforce the policy and then inform the Circulation unit (3486) of your action.
*The policy also provides exemptions for working police dogs, research subject animals, and one time event-related exemptions obtained from the department of Housing, Conference and Hospitality.
If you see an animal loose in the Library (e.g., squirrel, bird, unattended dog, etc.):
- Do not attempt to capture the animal and discourage patrons from doing so as well..
- Notify Public Safety (4444) immediately.
- Inform the Circulation unit (3486) of the action you have taken.