Lakewood Animal Control in Lakewood, Washington is a municipal animal control service operated through the Lakewood Police Department. The office handles reports involving stray, lost, injured, or aggressive animals within the Lakewood community and nearby areas. Residents typically contact Lakewood Animal Control when they encounter stray dogs or cats, need assistance with an injured animal, or need to report issues such as aggressive animals, barking complaints, or possible animal cruelty. Animal Control officers respond to calls, pick up stray animals when necessary, and help coordinate shelter intake through the Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County. Community members may also contact the service to report public safety concerns involving animals or to request patrol assistance for recurring issues. The department also provides guidance related to local animal regulations and pet licensing requirements in the city.
Services or Offerings
Stray dog and cat pickup and reporting
Injured animal response and assistance
Aggressive animal complaints
Animal cruelty reports
Barking dog and nuisance animal complaints
Animal patrol requests
Pet licensing information and enforcement
Coordination with the Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County for shelter intake
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What should I do if I find a stray dog or cat in Lakewood?
Answer: Contact Lakewood Animal Control using the Animal Control Hotline. Officers can respond to reports of stray animals and arrange pickup when necessary.
Question: Will animal control pick up stray animals?
Answer: Yes. Animal Control officers may pick up stray animals and transport them to the Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County for shelter intake when appropriate.
Question: What should I do if an animal is injured or creating a public safety risk?
Answer: Call the Animal Control Hotline. For emergencies involving immediate danger to people or animals, contact emergency services.
Question: Can I report animal cruelty or nuisance animal problems?
Answer: Yes. Residents can report suspected animal cruelty, aggressive animals, or nuisance complaints such as barking dogs through Lakewood Animal Control.