The Animal Control Officer is responsible for animal issues pertaining to stray/loose/nuisance dogs and cats, dog bites, rabid animals, and all other animal complaints.
The department does not handle problem wildlife such as raccoons in chimneys, woodchucks in gardens, or wildlife inside your home. Please refer those calls to local exterminators or problem Animal Control agents.
If you have lost an animal, call Patrick Moore M-F, 8:00am-4:30pm. Otherwise, call the Police Department at 919-938-3885 (ext. 230). You'll need to provide a description and the last known location of your animal. If you find an animal, you should report it immediately so that the owner can be located promptly.
It is the responsibility of the pet owner to insure that your pet is registered. Any pet not found to be registered could result in a fine to the pet owner.
Animal Control Number of Animals Permit Application (PDF, 116.83 KB)
New Ordinance Amendment - Regulating Animal Control (PDF, 134.52 KB)


Melvin is our friendly Outdoor Pest Control Director. If you see him in our parking lot, give him some head scratches for a job well done!