Not sure which kennel license applies to you? See the Maine Kennel License Guide. Maine law requires a breeding kennel license for anyone operating a […]
Month: September 2024
How to Find Your Missing Cat
If your cat is missing in western Maine, most are found close to home within the first 48 hours. Here is what actually works, and how to report a missing cat in Buckfield, Hartford, Sumner, West Paris, Stoneham, or the Oxford County Unorganized Territories.
Keep Your Pets Safe with Proper Identification
Ensuring the safety of your pets is a top priority for any responsible pet owner. One of the most essential yet often overlooked aspects of […]
Dogs at Large (7 § 3911)
Maine law makes it unlawful for any dog, licensed or unlicensed, to be at large, except when used for hunting. As your Animal Control Officer, […]
Rabies Vaccination (7 § 3916)
Maine law requires rabies vaccination for all cats and dogs over 3 months of age. Because rabies is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear, this […]
Animal Cruelty (7 § 4011)
Maine animal cruelty laws protect animals from abuse, neglect, and inhumane treatment. Under Maine Title 7, Chapter 739, animal cruelty is a civil violation with […]
Dog Licensing (7 § 3921)
Maine law requires every dog over 6 months of age to be licensed in the municipality where it is kept. Dog licensing is one of […]
Dangerous Dogs (7 § 3952)
Maine law under Chapter 727 establishes the process for handling dogs determined by a court to be dangerous or nuisance dogs. Because dangerous dog cases […]
Stray Cats and Small Animals in Maine
Stray Cats and Small Animals in Maine (7 § 3919) Maine law under 7§3919 establishes how animal control officers and the public handle stray cats […]
Boarding Kennel License Requirements in Maine (7 § 3932)
Not sure which kennel license applies to you? See the Maine Kennel License Guide. Maine law requires a boarding kennel license for anyone keeping other […]