Questions about Animal Control

Where are lost animals taken when they are picked up?

Answer:  Impounded animals are taken to the Humane Society of the South Platte Valley animal shelter which is located at 2129 W. Chenango Ave. in Littleton (303-703-2938 - Web site: www.hsspv.org). The shelter has the following hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 11:00 am to 6:00 pm; and Sunday 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

What can I do about a neighbor's constantly barking dog?

Answer:  You can contact Code Enforcement (303-762-2335) or the Englewood Dispatch Center (303-762-2438) to report a barking dog problem. Officers will usually issue a verbal warning to the pet's owner. Please note that in order to cite a dog's owner into Municipal Court, two identified witnesses from separate households are required.

How many dogs and cats can I own in the City of Englewood?

Answer:  Residents can have a combination of no more than four dogs and/or cats, provided that there are no more than three dogs or three cats in any household.

Does Englewood have any pet licensing requirements or breed-specific bans?

Answer: Englewood does not require dogs or cats to be licensed, although they must be vaccinated for rabies (dogs are required to wear a collar with a current rabies tag). Currently, there are no breed-specific bans.

How do I report an animal problem?

Answer: If you suspect an Animal Control problem, you can:  Contact Code Enforcement/Animal Control at 303-762-2335; Contact the Animal Control Officer for your district - see map (PDF file); Contact the Police/Fire Communications Center at 303-762-2438; or Report the violation by e-mail: Code Enforcement.

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