The Division's seven Animal Control Officers respond to and investigate over 9,000 complaints annually about public nuisance animals, cruelty to animals, and dangerous animals.
Officers enforce county and state animal-related laws.
An additional 5,000 field responses are provided annually by the Montgomery County Humane Society, Inc., as part of its contract with Montgomery County. Emergency animal rescue Trained drivers pick up sick and injured stray and wild animals 24 hours a day. This service is provided by the Montgomery County Humane Society as part of its contract with Montgomery County. Lost and found pets Central files, updated daily, aid in reuniting lost pets with their owners. To reclaim a lost pet impounded at the animal shelter, the owner must pay impoundment, board and field services fees, and show proof of a current rabies vaccination and license.