Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find information that might help you understand how to find things or learn about information you might need to know about your city or town.
Animal Control
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Animal Control
Chickens and other farm animals need to be registered through the board of health. View the Keeping of Animals in the Town of Milton (PDF) here.
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Animal Control
If it is a domestic animal please call animal control during working hours at 617-698-0455.
If it is a wild animal on public property please call DPW during working hours at 617-898-4900.
If it is a wild animal on private property, it is the responsibility of the property owner to remove said animal.
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Animal Control
- First Violation: $30
- Second Violation: $40
- Third and Subsequent Violations: $50
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Animal Control
There is a $50 fine for not picking up after your dog.
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Animal Control
The fine for not having a dog not properly licensed is $30. An additional penalty of $30 may be added every week until the dog is licensed.
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Animal Control
All dogs 6 months and older must be licensed every year. Licenses must be obtained by April 15th of each year.
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Animal Control
The cost per license is $10 for a spayed/neutered dog or $15 for an intact dog.
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Animal Control
The Town Clerk's Office located at the Milton Town Hall issues the license. Be sure to bring a current copy of your dog's rabies certificate.