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1. How do I contact Animal Control and where are you located?

Town of York Animal Control is located at 9 Hannaford Drive, York, ME  03909.  You can call York Animal Control at 207-363-4444 or fax 207-363-1035.  Animal Control officers are on duty 7 days a week.  

2. What do I do if I have an animal emergency?

For emergencies, you should call the Town of York Police Department at 207-363-4444.  They will be able to contract and Animal Control Officer. 

3. Where do I apply for a dog license?

• Town Clerk’s Office (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm)
  186 York Street
  York, ME  03909
  207-363-1003
  
  

The following items are required when registering your dog

• Most up-to-date rabies certificate. 
• Rabies Tag Number and date of expiration
• Documentation clarifying whether the dog is spayed/neutered.

Animal Control Ordinance

4. Are there restrictions for domestic animals on public beaches?

See the Animal Control Ordinance in the Document Center.

The following restrictions apply to domestic animals on Cape Neddick Beach, Short Sands Beach, Long Sands Beach and Harbor Beach.

• No domestic animals shall be present on these beaches between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. from May 20th through September 20th.
• Dogs on these beaches will be required to be on a leash between May 20th and September 29th between the hours of 6 p.m. and sunrise.
• Between May 20th and September 20th dogs will be allowed to unleashed between sunrise and 8 a.m. as long as the dog is under the voice control of its owner or responsible party.
• Horses and ponies are prohibited from being on the beaches from May 20th to September 20th.