Animal Control Officer

Overview

The Animal Control Officer is appointed annually by the Select Board and reports directly to the Select Board.  The Animal Control Officer must meet the qualifications & training requirements of the Maine Department of Agriculture.  The duties of the Animal Control Officer include responding to reports of domestic animals suspected of having rabies, investigation of animal cruelty & enforcement of animal welfare laws.   

According to state law dogs are required to be licensed annually, on or before December 31.  A late fee of $25.00 per dog will be applied after January 31.  A current rabies vaccination certificate and spay/neutering certificate if applicable must be provided at time of licensing.