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Animal Control The Animal Control Division executes and enforces the provisions of the State and County Code dealing with animal regulations. This includes, but is not limited to nuisance wildlife, the apprehension of unlicensed dogs, picking up unwanted animals at the owner’s request, picking up injured and/or stray domestic animals, securing veterinary treatment when necessary, and transporting secured animals to the Tri-County Animal Shelter. Click Here for New Animal Control Regulations, Effective August 11, 2009 in PDF formatAnimal Control is also tasked with the enforcement of Commercial Animal Establishment Licensing and rabies shots, cruelty and animal bite investigations, animals running at large, assisting other agencies (Maryland State Police, St Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, St. Mary’s County Health Department, St. Mary’s County Land Use and Growth Management, and Charles and Calvert County Animal Control), interfacing with other Humane Animal Groups, and responding to wildlife complaints. A Municipal Infraction Program has been initiated that is generating revenue as well as the reclaiming and boarding fees collected at the Tri-County Animal Shelter that in turn reduces St. Mary’s County percentage for running the shelter. Animal Control objectives for the up coming year include:
Increase In-Service Training for Animal Wardens. Complete the Animal Control Disaster Preparedness Program. Revise current Animal Control Regulations. Implement Automated CAD System for Wardens. Continue the current program for rabies checks. Institute the Commercial Animal Establishment Licensing and Inspection Program in accordance with the new regulations that are effective on August 11, 2009. What phone numbers do I need to know?
St Mary’s County Animal Control Division is available to assist with animal control issues beginning at 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday except for Holidays and can be reached at 301-475-8018. If you have an animal control emergency after hours please call 301-475-8016. You can also download and print out our Animal Control Informational Pamphlet
Helpful Information and Tips What should I do if I lose my pet?
Where can I get a copy of the Animal Control Regulations? Animal Control Regulations are available by contacting the Animal Control Office, Treasurer’s Office, and County Libraries or by following the link. Animal Control Regulations Do I need a Dog License? Dog licenses are required per St. Mary's County Animal Control Regulation 212.7. Licenses can be obtained at the St. Mary's County Treasurers Office, which is located in the Governmental Center Annex Building. Counter hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The office is closed on all County recognized holidays. 23150 Leonard Hall Drive Licenses can also be obtained at the Animal Control Office located in the Department of Public Safety Building. 23090 Leonard Hall Dr. Licenses can also be obtained at the following Veterinary Clinics:
Cost of Licenses is as follows:
Where can I get information about the new Commercial Animal Establishment Licenses? The Commercial Animal Establishment Packet is available on the web or you can call Animal Control at 301-475-8018 to request a copy. Frequently Asked Questions Where can I adopt a pet? Pet Adoptions are available through the Tri-County Animal Shelter, Animal Relief Fund, and St Mary’s Animal Welfare League. Tri-County Animal Shelter The Tri-County Animal Shelter is open for Adoptions on Fridays, 11:00 am until 5:00 pm and on Saturdays, 10:00 am until 3:00 pm. Where can I get my pet a rabies vaccination? Rabies clinics are held from March through November on the second Monday of each month at the St Mary’s County Fairground in Leonardtown in or near the 4H Building from 6:00 pm to 8:00pm. It costs $10.00 per shot. All dogs must be on a leash or in a carrier. Dogs with aggressive tendencies are to be muzzled and remain in the owner’s vehicle. The veterinarian will come to the vehicle. All cats and ferrets must be in a carrier. All animals must be 16 weeks old to get the rabies shot. Everyone attending the clinics or using the services will be required to abide by the rules and regulations established by the Health Department and St Mary’s County Animal Control. St Mary’s Animal Welfare League is required by law to report any instances of possible abuse and/or neglect. Medical personnel reserve the right to deny services to any person if in their professional opinion the animal in question does not appear to be medically sound or age appropriate. (i.e. sickly, underweight, too young, etc.). If your pet is coughing, sneezing and has runny eyes or nose, they must remain in your vehicle, the veterinarian will come to them. LAST YEARS RABIES CERTIFICATE MUST BE SHOWN AND IS REQUIRED FOR ANIMALS TO RECEIVE A 3 YEAR VACCINATION. THE RABIES TAG WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED! Where can I find out more about rabies? Go to the Centers for Disease Control Health Pets Healthy People website. What should I do if I come into contact with wildlife? Our Animal Wardens are trained to handle wildlife captures and dispositions using a variety of approved techniques. You should never attempt to handle wildlife. If you come into physical contact with wildlife notify Animal Control immediately at 301-475-8018 or after hours at 301-475-8016.
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