Animal Care and Control
The Animal Care and Control division offers low-cost pet wellness care. They enforce legal ordinances and laws governing animals. The division inspects licensed animal kennels, veterinary hospitals, pet groomers, and special animal exhibitions. They also investigate cases of animal abuse.
The City also runs its own Animal Shelter in Roslindale staffed by a full-time veterinarian. Adoption hours for the shelter are Tuesday, through Saturday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call 617-635-1800 for adoption information. Would you like to support our low-cost animal wellness and adoption programs? Tax-deductible donations can be mailed directly to the shelter at 26 Mahler Road, Roslindale, MA, 02131. Learn more about the shelter.
Officers are on call after hours to respond to emergencies. Please call 3-1-1 or 617-635-4500 if you need help.
Contact
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1010 Massachusetts Avenue
4th FloorBoston, MA 02118 -
Office hoursMonday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. -
Animal Care and Control Shelter
26 MAHLER ROAD
ROSLINDALE, MA 02131
Upcoming events
Upcoming eventsHelp for pet owners
New pet owner, or just looking for tips?
Learn how to get your dog licensed, keep your pets healthy, and much more.
We have information about dog recreation spaces, and our rules and regulations regarding your beloved pets.
If you own a dog in the City, you must get a license for them.
Learn about ways to care for your pet, and find out about common illnesses.
We have some behavior tips from the American Humane Association.
There are several rules for owning a pet in the City of Boston.
Animal Care and Control Shelter
We are located in Roslindale, halfway between the Forest Hills MBTA Station and Roslindale Square off of Washington Street. You can find pets available for adoption on Petfinder.
Shelter information Pet Foster Parent ProgramWildlife in the City
WildlifeWe have some advice on what to do when you come across these creatures.
The City is full of wildlife that coexists with residents.
Learn what to do if you see a baby bird on the ground.
During the warm weather, bats tend to make their way into resident’s homes.
Learn about the disease, and how you can protect yourself and pets from it.
More resources
More resourcesAnimal Care and Control director
Meet the director
Contact
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1010 Massachusetts Avenue
4th FloorBoston, MA 02118 -
Office hoursMonday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Animal Care and Control Shelter
26 MAHLER ROAD
ROSLINDALE, MA 02131
