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Dog licensing clinic participation low; board notes shift to private clinics
Summary
Board reported that only one dog was registered through the town clinic this year, volunteers have been scarce, and many residents now use private or retail clinics for licensing and shots.
Town officials reported low participation in the annual dog-licensing clinic and discussed alternatives.
The chair (speaker 2) noted registrations remain low—"Still 1" registered—and staff and residents said volunteer shortages and the rise of private or retail options (Tractor Supply and traveling veterinarians) have reduced use of the town clinic. Historically the clinic provided a small donation to the volunteer fire department; participants said that practice has diminished with fewer town-run clinics.
Board members discussed options for future licensing efforts and noted that private veterinarians can provide in-home visits for residents who have difficulty traveling.
