Animal Control
Petaluma Animal Services – Field Services
OUR PROMISE TO THE CITIZENS OF PETALUMA:
We will advocate for all animals. We will respond quickly and appropriately to all animal related emergencies. We will enforce Federal, State and Petaluma Municipal Codes that pertain to the Care, Control, Treatment and Licensing of domestic animals and wildlife, with the priority of protecting Public Safety and Animal Welfare. We will always protect Petaluma’s animals.
Please find the appropriate question and print the forms necessary, thank you.
- How do I file a complaint about dog barking or other animal related noise nuisances?
Click here to print the necessary forms to file a complaint - How do I file a complaint about animal bites and incidents of displayed aggression?
Click here to print the necessary forms to file a complaint - What do I need to do to license my dog?
Click here to print the necessary forms to license your dog - Read the Petaluma Municipal Code pertaining to “Animals at Large”
Click here to read the “animal at large” code - How do I report instances of animal abuse or neglect?
Click here to file a report of animal abuse or neglect - How do I get my animal back if it has found its way to the Petaluma Animal Shelter?
Answer: Come to the Animal Shelter first and confirm your animal is actually there. In the event they are at the shelter staff members will assist you in completing all the necessary paperwork to redeem your animal. - What are the Petaluma Animal Shelter hours of business?
Answer: We are open for business Tuesdays through Fridays 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturdays 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - If you have any additional questions you may call the Animal Control Officer at (707) 778-4396 ext #2.