Animal Control and Adoption Center
Boston's Animal Control unit offers a variety of services to Boston residents. Its mission is to provide responsive, efficient animal control services, to provide a high quality of animal care and to promote responsible pet ownership. Its officers travel over 100,000 miles each year in Boston to fulfill its public safety and service mission.
State Law In Effect November 1, 2012
Please note that due to new MA state law, the City's pitbull regulations and rules will become void as of November 1, 2012.-
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Bats and Rabies Fact Sheet from the Boston Public Health Commission
Learn the facts about rabies, how the disease relates to bats, how to bat-proof your house, and more from the Boston Public Health Commission.
Animal Control Officers
Enforce pertinent legal ordinances and laws governing animal.
Investigate cases of animal abuse and respond to incidents as requested by citizens as well as requests for assistance from the Boston Police, Fire and Inspectional Services departments and Boston's Emergency Medical Service.
Are responsible for inspecting licensed animal kennels, veterinarian hospitals, pet groomers and special animal exhibitions.
Programs and Services Unique to Boston
The City of Boston operates its own Animal Shelter in Roslindale staffed by a full time veterinarian to care for the animals in our custody.
Rabies vaccination clinics are held annually at various community locations.
The Animal shelter offers a well-supervised program for volunteers to assist in providing quality animal care.
Forms, Permits & Applications
Other Online Services
Announcements
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2013 Schedule for Rabies and License Clinics
Bring your pet to area clinics for low-cost rabies shots and dog licensing throughout the city.
Videos & Multimedia »
- Return of the Swans
Mayor Menino hosted the "Return of the Swans" to the Public Garden Lagoon. A parade began at the corner of Charles/Beacon Streets and the swans Romeo and Juliet were released from their enclosed carts onto the shore adjacent to the Swan BoatsWatch Video » - Tails of Boston - Hawks
Guest: Marla Issac, HerpetologistWatch Video » - Tails of Boston - Happy Endings Part 2
Guest: Dr. MotamedWatch Video » - Tails of Boston - Puppy Mills
Guest: Representative from the Human Society of United StatesWatch Video » - Tails of Boston - Holiday Pet Safety Tips
Guest: Dr. MotamedWatch Video »
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