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Animal control reports calls about dogs chasing children; two lost dogs returned

5568153 · August 7, 2025

Summary

Animal control logged five calls in the reporting period: two lost dogs returned to owners, two calls about dogs chasing children, and one dead wild bird reported. Staff said they talked to the owners in the chase incidents.

Town animal-control staff reported five calls since the previous meeting: two lost dogs that were returned to their homes, two calls about dogs chasing children and one report of a dead wild bird. Staff said they spoke with the owners in the chase incidents and that some residents are monitoring problem areas with trail cameras.

Why it matters

Council members flagged the safety concern that children were being chased and asked staff to continue outreach to owners. A resident said they intend to use trail-camera footage to document repeat behavior.

Ending

Animal-control staff will continue follow-up with owners in reported incidents; no formal enforcement action was recorded during the meeting.

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