How to Contact Me:

For any urgent situation, you must contact Oxford County Dispatch. This includes animals at large, attacks, threats to people or livestock, or concerns happening in real time.

Call 207-743-9554 and select option 0

This is the only way to generate an official call for service and ensure a timely response.

Let’s work together to keep our community safe for everyone—people, pets, and livestock alike!

How to Contact the Maine State Animal Welfare Office

To report an animal cruelty or neglect complaint during business hours 8 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday:

Complaints received via email must contain the reporting party’s name and phone number. They should also include the name of the animal owner, if known. A physical address is required. Additionally, provide a description of the animals and the type of complaint.

• (207) 287-3846
• (877) 269-9200 (Toll Free)
• animal.welfare@maine.gov

For an emergency outside of business hours:

Please call the Bangor Barracks of the State Police, 207-973-3700, and they will contact an Animal Welfare Program representative.

Animal Control Officer Contacts

Animal Control Officers by Town

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When to Contact Animal Control

Animal Control is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. During regular business hours, I handle the full range of calls. After hours, I respond to emergencies. If you’re not sure whether your situation qualifies, go ahead and call dispatch. That’s what they’re there for.

Call dispatch right away for:

Animals at large — Report if a domestic animal is loose. It’s especially important if you can’t locate the owner. This is crucial if it’s a repeat problem or the animal is in the road.

Bites or attacks — Any bite or scratch to a person or another animal needs to be reported. Maine law requires follow-up, and the sooner it’s documented the better.

Dangerous or threatening animals — If an animal is acting aggressively, don’t wait. It also poses an immediate risk to people or other animals.

Livestock on the road — A loose cow, goat, or horse on a roadway is a public safety emergency. Call it in immediately.

Animal welfare concerns — If you believe an animal is being neglected, abused, or left in unsafe conditions, report it. You don’t need proof. That’s my job to investigate.

Deceased animals on a public road — I handle removal of deceased domestic animals on roads within my coverage towns.

A few things worth knowing:

Wildlife calls go to Maine Game Wardens, not Animal Control. That includes foxes, raccoons, deer, and bear. If you’re unsure who handles it, dispatch can direct you.

Don’t try to chase, corner, or capture a loose animal on your own. It can make the situation harder to resolve and puts you at risk. Note the location and description and let me know.

Non-emergency questions about licensing, ownership, or local ordinances can wait for regular hours.