Town of Lancaster, New York

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Departments & Offices

Dog Control Office

Contact Information:

David R. Horn, Dog Control Officer

Address:
Dog Control Office
3789 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, New York 14086

Phone: 716-683-5129

Hours of Operation:

Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Main Function of Office:

• To serve the residents of the Town of Lancaster and Villages of Depew and Lancaster who may have problems or questions related to dogs
• Ensuring the licensing of dogs
• Picking up dogs at large
• Adopting unclaimed dogs
• Picking up ill dogs at the owner's request
• Enforcement of Town and Village codes pertaining to dog control
• Issuing appearance ticket for violations of Town and Village codes
• Maintaining an up to date census of dogs in the Town and Villages
• Sending notices for delinquent dog licenses
• Maintaining kennels to provide a clean and safe environment for detained dogs

Frequently Asked Questions

How many dogs are allowed per household?

Three (3) in the Town outside the Villages, three (3) in the Village of Depew, and two (2) in the Village of Lancaster.

At what age must dogs be licensed?

In New York State all dogs must be licensed by the age of four (4) months.

How much does a dog license cost?

Fees for un-spayed or un-neutered dogs are $20; spayed & neutered dogs are licensed for a fee of $12.

Does the Town discount fees for senior citizens?

Fees charged to dog owners 65 years and older are $2.50 for spayed and neutered dogs and $10.50 for un-spayed and un-neutered dogs.

How long is a dog allowed to bark before the Dog Control Officer is permitted to intervene?

According to the Town Code the Dog Control Officer may intervene after ½ hour.

Is there a leash law and pooper scooper law in the Town of Lancaster?

Yes, Town Code requires that dogs be controlled on leashes no longer than six (6) feet and dog owners are required to clean up after their dog.