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DOGS/CATS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION


Carolee Mason

Municipal Animal  Control Officer

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The Newtown Municipal Animal Control Officer (MACO) is a member of the Newtown Department of Police Services and is appointed by the Chief of Police to supervise Canine Control operations and Canine Control Units. The MACO is in charge of insuring peace and the safety of all persons and property with regard to certain animals within the Town of Newtown.

The MACO has full authority granted by the Chief of Police to officiate  under Section 22-331 of the Connecticut General Statutes and to supervise the Dog Shelter, Kennel Attendant and all other Canine Control related duties assigned by a supervisor.

The Animal Control Division enforces all laws related to domestic pets, which may include roaming dogs, impoundment of strays, animal adoptions, animal bites investigations, care of injured animals, rabies control, property damage and nuisance caused by dogs, and cruelty investigations. Any questions or concerns related to wildlife such as: damage complaints, sick, injured, orphaned, and human / animal exposure may also be directed to Animal Control. Informational facts sheets are available on indigenous species of wildlife by request.

All impounded animals are checked for microchip, tattoos, and tags. Every impounded animal is advertised in the Lost and Found column. Connecticut law states all impounded animals need to be held for seven days after advertisement before they are available for adoption. Each dog undergoes temperament testing prior to their consideration for adoption.

The Newtown Animal Control Division is located at 21 Old Farm Road, off Wasserman Way.  
An appointment can be made to view prospective pets by calling (203) 426-6900.


MACO Carolee Mason is assisted by:
Helen Wigzell - Assistant  
Matt Schaub -- Kennel Keeper


To adopt call: Newtown Pound 203-426-6900

Requirements: A veterinarian's reference and a meeting with the entire household and the Animal Control Officer.

  Adoption Fees:

Dogs
$5 Fee to Newtown Pound

Cats
$5 Fee to Newtown Pound

SURRENDER FEE IS $100