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Somerville Animal Control

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City of Somerville
Status
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Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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City of Somerville animal control responds to calls about sick, injured or dangerous wild and domestic animals, enforces cruelty regulations, handles abandoned or unclaimed animals, manages bite reports, keeps a small holding shelter and organizes the annual Rabies Day program.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
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Where: 220 Washington St., Somerville, MA 02143

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  • How to get started: Report animal control issues to 311. File a lost pet report with the online Lost Pet Report Form.

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Somerville Animal Control official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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