John M. Spillane
Animal Control Officer

Kathy Hutchinson
Clerk

2008 Dog Licenses Available

All dogs older than six months of age must be licensed yearly starting January 1st; owners of unlicensed dogs or dogs running loose are subject to a fine.

Download 2008 License Form

The licensing requires proof of current rabies shot. After March 1st there is a late fee that is also charged.

Rabies Warning

Walpole is still in the midst of a rabies epidemic. If you or your animals come in contact with a suspected rabid wild animal, call the Police Department and the Animal Control Officer immediately. The high-risk animals include:

To protect pets and family:

• Vaccinate dogs and cats (state law)
• Keep pets restrained at all times
• Feed pets indoors and do not leave food outside
• Place trash outside on the same day as pickup
• Secure trash and garbage to keep it away from wild animals
• Cap chimneys to keep animals outside