Mary Letourneau | Animal Control Officer | (978) 597-6214
The Animal Control Officer is responsible for enforcing the Dog By-Law in Townsend. The Animal Control Officer responds to complaints, safety issues or problems regarding dogs, stray dogs, barking dogs, dog bites/dog attacks, stray cats, lost & found dogs & cats, and other animal issues. The Animal Control Officer often has dogs and cats in need of a good home, ready for adoption.
The Townsend Animal Control Officer is appointed by the Board of Selectmen, and works under the supervision of the Police Department. The Animal Control Officer deals with all animals. Mary is a licensed Problem Animal Control Agent in MA. She is also a licensed Trapper. Mary also serves as Animal Control Officer for the Town of Ashby.
If You Find A Stray
If you find a stray dog or have an animal issue and need assistance from Animal Control, please call (978) 597-6214 between the hours of 7:00am to 8:00pm, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. If no answer, please leave a message, Mary will return your call as soon as possible or call the Townsend Police.
Pets Available for Adoption
For information regarding dogs and cats ready for adoption please call Mary at (978) 597-6214. If no answer, please leave a message, Mary will return your call as soon as possible.
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