Animal Control

The animal control function for the Borough is provided by Animal Control Solutions (ACS).

Animal Control Solutions (ACS) has been providing Animal Control & Animal Welfare services to over 30 municipalities in New Jersey since 2008.

Please reach out to ACS if you encounter the following: 

1. Stray cats, dogs or livestock
2. Dogs running at large
3. Animal bites (to a person or companion animal)
4. Small wildlife that appears to be sick or injured
5. Small wildlife that is occupying an immediate living space

For more information on Animal Control Solutions and the services they provide, please visit their website or facebook page.

If you have encountered large wildlife, such as live deer, bears, bobcats, coyotes, hawks, or eagles, please contact the New Jersey Department of Fish and Wildlife at (609) 292-6685.

Dog and Cat Registration
Per Ordinance 6-2.1, Any person who shall own, keep or harbor a dog or cat of licensing age (over 6 months old) shall in January annually apply for and procure from the clerk of the municipality a license and official metal registration tag for each such dog or cat so owned, kept or harbored, and shall place upon each such dog or cat a collar or harness with the registration tag securely fastened thereto. FEES: $8.00 for a neutered / spayed dog or cat; $13.00 for a non neutered / spayed dog or $10.00 for a non neutered / spayed cat. Your animal must have a valid rabies vaccination that is good through October 31st of the issuing year or we will not be able to issue or renew per State Regulations. A copy of the dog-cat license application is available on the Forms page, or by following this link Dog & Cat License Application.