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Monroe, CT Animal Control Monroe Animal Control is the municipal animal agency that serves the Town of Monroe, Connecticut.
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The Monroe Animal Control Unit enforces all state statutes and town ordinances related to animals within the Town of Monroe, CT under the direction of the Monroe Police Department.

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PLEASE BE AWARE THIS PAGE IS NOT MONITORED 24/7. For any timely or immediate animal control-related issues please contact the Monroe Police Department non-eme

rgency line at 203-261-3622.
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It is the responsibility of Monroe Animal Control Unit to investigate roaming dogs, animal bites, cruelty to animals, barking nuisance, unreasonable tethering or confining of a dog, valid rabies vaccination, dog licensure and rabies-related wildlife complaints that present an eminent danger to the public. When permissible, we assist with as many injured/distressed wildlife requests for as we can and take reports of rare wildlife sightings. We work closely with the guidance of the Connecticut Department of Agriculture, our local municipal health department, Connecticut DEEP and local veterinarians to ensure the safety and well-being of the public and its animals. Monroe's Animal Control Officers (ACOs) also perform over-the-phone recommendations for animal-related issues and recover deceased animals from roadways and residences for disposal pickup. In addition to their routine response to these above mentioned investigative welfare complaints, animal service calls and rabies exposure cases, ACOs and facility staff are responsible for daily kennel-cleaning, facility care, maintenance, and keeping of public animal control records at the town's dog pound facility located at 447 Purdy Hill Road, Monroe, CT. It is through this facility, in which the agency facilitates the adoption of dogs and cats in their care. Monroe Animal Control is typically staffed by one full-time head ACO, a part-time administrative Assistant ACO, and two per-diem Assistant ACOs. All individual ACOs and assistant ACOs obtain and maintain our professional certifications as State of Connecticut Municipal Animal Control Officers which includes eighty or more hours of instruction and a yearly quota of continuing education credits.

FOUND KITTEN- **NOT yet up for adoption**Impound  #48 - DSH Female tabby kitten around 8 weeks old was found on 6/28/25 ...
29/06/2025

FOUND KITTEN- **NOT yet up for adoption**
Impound #48 - DSH Female tabby kitten around 8 weeks old was found on 6/28/25 in the 100 block of Richards Dr. in Monroe. She was a brought to VCA Shoreline for medical treatment and is now resting comfortably at the shelter.
If you have any information on this kitten please call Monroe Animal Control at 203-452-3760

**OWNERS FOUND**Roaming Goats in the 0-50 block of Highland Drive off of Monroe Turnpike. If you recognize these goats o...
25/06/2025

**OWNERS FOUND**
Roaming Goats in the 0-50 block of Highland Drive off of Monroe Turnpike. If you recognize these goats or have any information, please call Animal Control 203-452-3760. Thank you!

25/06/2025

MONROE, CT --- Monroe's dog owners must have their pets, who are six-months-of-age and over, licensed annually. The state of Connecticut also requires all dogs to have rabies vaccinations, so when licensing a dog, one must provide a current rabies vaccination certificate. If you're licensing a dog f...

Fledglings are on the ground before they learn to fly. They often will hop and flap about. If you see one, watch from af...
24/06/2025

Fledglings are on the ground before they learn to fly. They often will hop and flap about. If you see one, watch from afar. Mom birds will still take care of their babies at this stage and do not need you to intervene. If you are concerned about an injury, take a video of the behavior and send it to Animal Control at:
[email protected] with your contact info. OR give us a call at 203-452-3760.
We will reach out to you regarding your concern.

**COURTESY POST**
24/06/2025

**COURTESY POST**

17/06/2025

On 6/16/25 at around 1430 hours (2:30pm), a small dog was attacked by the parking lot of Webb Mountain Park by a dog described as a Rottweiler. The owner of this dog is described as a brunette woman with a white SUV as well as a second dog grey and white in color. If you have any information as to who was involved in this incident, please call the Animal Control Office at 203-452-3760. Thank You.

UPDATE: FOUND AND IS HOME SAFE!!MISSING DOG: Sassy is missing from Far Horizon and was last seen headed toward Elm Stree...
11/06/2025

UPDATE: FOUND AND IS HOME SAFE!!

MISSING DOG:
Sassy is missing from Far Horizon and was last seen headed toward Elm Street. She is 3-years-old and around 48 pounds. Sassy is a black dog wearing a pink collar and is very skittish! If you see her, please call Animal Control ASAP! 203-452-3760.

A helpful post from our friends at Stratford Animal Control!
06/06/2025

A helpful post from our friends at Stratford Animal Control!

We were dispatched to Lawnbrook Park yesterday for a report of an injured fawn. Upon arrival, we determined the fawn was not injured and was exhibiting normal behavior. It was safely left in its original location. The fawn is in the picture

🚫 Don’t Kidnap the Fawn! Here’s Why You Should Leave It Be

You may come across a baby deer (fawn) tucked quietly in the grass or bushes, just like this one. It might look lost or abandoned—but don’t panic, and definitely don’t touch or move it.

Here’s What You Need to Know:

1. Mom is Nearby (Even if You Don’t See Her)

Mother deer often leave their fawns hidden for hours while they forage for food. They do this to protect their baby from predators—because the fawn has no scent and lies still, it’s very hard to detect.

2. The Fawn is Not Abandoned

It’s completely normal for fawns to be left alone for long periods. Their best chance of survival is to stay exactly where mom left them.

3. Your Scent Can Be Dangerous

If you handle or move the fawn, your scent may attract predators or cause the mother to reject her baby. Even “just checking” or taking selfies can have fatal consequences.

4. Kidnapping is Illegal and Harmful

Removing wildlife without proper authorization is illegal in most states. Untrained care often leads to malnutrition, injury, and death for the animal.

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âś… What You Should Do:
• Observe from a Distance: Use your camera or binoculars—but don’t approach.
• Do Not Touch or Feed: The fawn is not hungry, and it’s built to stay hidden and quiet.
• Call Professionals If Truly in Doubt: Contact your local Animal Control or a licensed wildlife rehabilitator only if the fawn is visibly injured, has been crying for hours, or is found beside a dead adult deer.

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Nature Knows Best

Helping doesn’t always mean intervening. Sometimes the kindest thing you can do is walk away.

Let that baby grow up wild and free.

REDEEMED BY OWNER ON 6/3/2025FOUND DOGThe below dog was picked-up roaming on Barn Hill Road, near Camalot Drive in Monro...
03/06/2025

REDEEMED BY OWNER ON 6/3/2025
FOUND DOG
The below dog was picked-up roaming on Barn Hill Road, near Camalot Drive in Monroe by a good samaritan, with the assistance of our wonderful police officers at approximately 11pm this evening (6/2/25). This dog is wearing a pink collar with an Apple air-tag. Please call Monroe Police Dispatch at 203-261-3622 if you have any information as to who owns this dog. This animal will be held at Newtown Animal Shelter in the interim of our own shelter’s construction.

02/06/2025

On 6/1/2025 at approximately 12:22 hours, a female, domestic short haired cat, black and white in color was found on Holly Place (a side street off Old Zoar) in Monroe. This cat appears to be 2-5 years of age and about 8-11 pounds. She is not microchipped.
If you have any information, or think this might be your cat, please call the office at 203-452-3760.

“Get To Know Your Town’s ACOs”Meet Monroe’s Animal Control Officer…
29/05/2025

“Get To Know Your Town’s ACOs”
Meet Monroe’s Animal Control Officer…

“Get To Know Your Town’s ACOs”Meet Monroe’s Assistant Animal Control Officer…
29/05/2025

“Get To Know Your Town’s ACOs”
Meet Monroe’s Assistant Animal Control Officer…

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