Animal Control Officer
Animal Control Officer:
Cynthia Parow
Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department
19 Tucker Drive – Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Phone: (845) 790-4677 Fax: (845) 486-7862
Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday
7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Who we are:
We are a municipal animal control facility responsible for enforcement of Town and State Animal Control Laws and care for stray dogs in the Town of Poughkeepsie. The Animal Control officer is licensed in Nuisance Wildlife Control. This empowers us to legally remove sick or injured wildlife from premises in the Town of Poughkeepsie.
Pet Adoption Services:
Adoptions:
The Town of Poughkeepsie Canine Care and Control has an adoption program for dogs in need of homes. All dogs are spayed or neutered and fully immunized. A $75 adoption fee enables us to continue sending dogs home with basic veterinary care. Dogs that are up for adoption can be seen by appointment only with Cynthia Parow at the Arlington Animal Hospital, 688 Dutchess Turnpike, Poughkeepsie (845-473-0301)
Click here for information on the Dog Licensing Program
Leaving your Pet in a Parked Car can be a
Deadly Mistake
Never leave your pet unattended in a parked car for any period of time. On a warm day, the temperature in a parked car can reach 120 degrees F in a matter of minutes – even with the car windows partially open. Your pet can quickly suffer brain damage or die from heatstroke or suffocation when trapped in high temperatures. Be alert for signs of heat stress: heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid pulse, unsteadiness, a staggering gait, vomiting, or a deep red or purple tongue. If your pet becomes overheated, you must lower his/her body temperature immediately. Move your pet into the shade, apply cool (not cold) water all over his body. Let your pet drink small amounts of cool water. Take your pet to a veterinarian right away – it could save your pet’s life.
For More Information on caring for anmials visit the Human Society of the United States at http://www.hsus.org.