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DOG CONTROL OFFICER INFO.

In Clinton County, NY, dog control officers are responsible for enforcing local and state laws related to dog control. They handle issues like stray dogs, dangerous dogs, and dog bites, as well as nuisance complaints like barking or animal abuse. They also work with the Department of Health on situations involving sick or strange behavior in animals, including cats and wildlife. 

Here’s a breakdown of their responsibilities and how to contact them:

Responsibilities:

  • Enforcing dog control laws:This includes responding to complaints about stray, dangerous, or nuisance dogs, and ensuring dogs are properly licensed and vaccinated. 
  • Handling dog bite incidents:Dog control officers investigate reports of dog bites and take appropriate action. 
  • Impounding dogs:They are authorized to remove dogs from situations where they are a danger or are not being properly cared for, and impound them at the Humane Society or other designated facility. 
  • Maintaining records:They keep track of dog licenses, impoundment fees, and other records related to dog control. 
  • Responding to nuisance complaints:This includes barking dogs, animal abuse, and other issues. 

Dog Control Officers:

Town/CityDCOPhone Number
AltonaRalph Graves518-236-5663
AuSableJenny King518-570-3838
BeekmantownJody Perrea518-593-3757
Black Brook*Billy Rhino518-241-0372
ChamplainJody Perrea518-314-9664
ChazyJody Perrea518-314-9867
ClintonHeather Cook843-540-9614
DannemoraDanielle Patnode 518-3804078
EllenburgBrynn Ghostlaw518-569-3497
MooersStacie Sweeney518-578-6011
Peru*T’Chaka Sikelianos518-907-8795
Plattsburgh – CityCharlie Grimshaw
(will be dispatched by City Police Dept)		518-563-3411
Plattsburgh – TownJody Perrea518-578-7245
Rouses PointJody Perrea518-314-9664
SaranacWilly Nelson518-293-6666 ext 8
Schuyler Falls*Cliff Christon518-420-9848

New York State Ag & Markets Guidance for Municipalities:

https://agriculture.ny.gov/animals/guidance-municipalities

Dog Control Officer & Municipal Shelter Guide:

Click to access DCO_Shelter_Guide.pdf