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Frederick County Government, Animal Control and Welfare | Frederick County Government

1832 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD 21702

Eligibility

Open to all.

Required documents

Varies.

Application process

Call for information.

Service area

Frederick County, MD

Description

Prevents animal abuse, cruelty, and neglect in the county by enforcing local ordinances.

Animal Control and Welfare

More information:
  • Investigates animal bites and ensures proper precautions are taken
  • Offers animal pickup for injured, sick, aggressive, or stray animals, including wild animals in homes
  • Shelter services available for stray, ill, injured, or unwanted dogs and cats
  • Provides reunification services for pets and adoption for unclaimed animals
  • Licensing offered for all dogs and cats, indoor or outdoor
  • Operates a pet food bank for Frederick County residents
  • Accepts donations of unopened pet food and cat litter

Providing organization

Frederick County Government

Oversees the operation of all of the departments within the county government.