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The City of Carbondale Police Department is responsible for licensing and enforcement of City and State laws pertaining to animals. The Department employs a full-time Animal Control Officer.
Compliance with the State Animal Control Act and City ordinances provide protection for both residents and animals. The Police Department has established a number of procedures for handling animal complaints which address this purpose.
Title Three of the Carbondale Revised Code pertains to the humane treatment and control of animals within the City.
Residents that keep animals on their property within the City of Carbondale must provide shelter that is:
All dogs four months and older must be licensed. The annual fee is $25 for un-neutered dogs and $5 for neutered. You can apply for your license at the Carbondale Police Department or by completing the online e-pay form.