Hartford Police Animal Control Unit
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- What it is
- Shelters and rescues
- Where
- City of Hartford
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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City of Hartford Police animal control unit that captures and boards stray or roaming dogs, investigates dog bites and animal-related violations, and handles adoption and owner redemption of impounded dogs. Adoptable city dogs are housed at the Simon Foundation, 120 Rescue Lane, Bloomfield.
Good to know
- How to get started: For an animal control officer call 860-757-4000. To adopt, schedule an appointment with an animal control officer by calling 860-757-4395; adoption payment is by money order only.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
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