The Town of Ulster Animal Control Officer:
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Investigates animal complaints
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Takes action when necessary
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Maintains the Town of Ulster Pound for stray and lost dogs
To request the Animal Control Officer call:
Ulster Town Clerk's Office at (845) 382-2455 during office hours, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
For emergencies after 4:00 pm, weekends or holidays call the Ulster Town Police at (845) 382-1111
To view the Town of Ulster Animal Control Law scroll down to "Documents" below.
New York State Law requires that all dogs four months of age and older be licensed and wear tags. Licenses can be purchased at the Town of Ulster Town Clerk's Office with a valid rabies vaccination certificate.
Cost of a dog license is $6.50 for a spayed/neutered animal(proof required); $14.50 for a non-spayed/un-neutered animal. Unlicensed dogs can be adopted from the Town Pound after ten days if not redeemed and licensed by the owner.
The Town of Ulster runs a no kill shelter and dogs are humanly euthanized only if they are vicious or chronically ill. If you would like to adopt a free cat or dog(dog license must be purchased), please contact the Town Clerk's Office or visit the following website:
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NY345.html
From time to time the Town of Ulster hosts rabies vaccination clinics. Please check the Town of Ulster Home Page for announced events.
Animal Cruelty: Issues pertaining to animal cruelty, including inappropriate shelter, are handled by the local Sheriff's Office or the New York State Police. You may contact them directly to report an animal cruelty issue or leave a message with the Ulster Town Clerk's Office, who will forward your complaint to the correct authority.
Sheriff's Office: (845) 626-2233
NY State Police: (845) 2801
Town Clerk's Office: (845) 382-2455
Wildlife Problems: The Town is unable to handle wildlife problems, such as bats, bear, deer, skunks, etc. If you think an animal has rabies, please call the Town of Ulster Police at 382-1111.
Feral Cat Program: The Town of Ulster runs a modest feral cat program. Cats are trapped, spayed/neutered, and released. We are always looking for volunteers to help out with this program. If interested, call the Town Clerk's Office at 382-2455.
