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Three uniformed Animal Welfare Officers comprise Bloomfield Township's Animal Welfare Unit. These officers, operating from the Township's state-certified animal shelter, respond to calls for service involving domestic and farm animals and all wildlife.

Location and Hours

The Animal Welfare Shelter is located in the Bloomfield Township Hall near the Police Department, and is open every day from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. After hour animal emergencies are handled by patrol officers when available.

Animal Complaints & Pick-up

Animal Welfare Officers house and care for stray animals but only those picked up in Bloomfield Township. Animal complaints about pets or wildlife may be made directly to the Animal Shelter at 248.433.7757 during regular business hours or by telephoning Central Dispatch at 248.433.7755 evenings, weekends and holidays. Like the Humane Society, Animal Welfare Officers house and care for stray animals but only those picked up in Bloomfield Township.

Pet Licenses

Only dogs need to be licensed in Bloomfield Township. Dog licenses are valid for one calendar year, January to January. Before April 1st, a license for a spayed or neutered dog is $2.50; after April 1st, the cost is $5.00. For dogs that are NOT spayed or neutered, a license purchased prior to April 1st is $5.00; after April 1st, the cost is $7.50. Licenses can be purchased during regular business hours from the Township receptionist at the main entrance to the Township Hall. To purchase a license, a current certificate of rabies vaccination must be presented, unless the dog is six months of age or less.

Leash/Sanitation Laws

Bloomfield Township’s “Dog Ordinance” (Ordinance 423) requires that dogs be on a leash and under control at all times when outside their home (Section 2). Copies of the ordinance and the sanitation ordinance, often called the "scooper law", (Ordinance 423 Section 3) are available by telephoning the Township's Clerk's Office at 248.433.7702 or you can visit the Ordinance section of the website by clicking here.

Pet Adoptions & Policies

Animal Welfare officers with rescued Wippets. Occasionally puppies and kittens are available for adoption. If you are interested in adoption, please telephone the Animal Shelter at 248.433.7757. In cooperation with the prospective pet owner and local veterinarians, the Animal Welfare Officers assure pet sterilization as a condition of adoption to control the pet population in Bloomfield Township. The Animal Welfare Officers are required by state law to take a $25.00 refundable deposit to insure that the animal will be neutered or spayed.

Placing Your Animal for Adoption

Unlike the Humane Society, the Animal Shelter cannot accept owned animals from pet owners who can no longer keep or maintain their pet. However, the Animal Welfare Officers will assist pet owners in an adoption effort by providing referral sources and other resources.

Invisible Fence

Homeowners wishing to install an 'Invisible Fence' must first obtain a permit. For further information, contact the Clerk's Office at 248.433.7702.

Wildlife Complaints & Traps

Four uniformed Animal Welfare Officers comprise Bloomfield Township's Animal Welfare Unit. Skunks, raccoons, geese, and other wildlife can create problems for the property owner. Animal Welfare Officers will work with homeowners to address a wildlife problem and help alleviate it if possible. "Have-a-Heart" traps are available at the Animal Shelter for a refundable deposit. For further information, contact the Animal Welfare Shelter at 248.433.7757 during normal hours.

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Charter Township of Bloomfield
4200 Telegraph Road
P.O. Box 489
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303-0489
248.433.7700

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