Animal Control

Licensing

All dogs must have a dog license issued by the St. Francis Police Department. The license is issued for as long as the rabies vaccine is valid. Must provide proof of rabies vaccination.  A 1-2 year license has a cost of 10 dollars and a 3 year license has a cost of 15 dollars. The St. Francis Police Department accepts cash, check, or credit. Paying by credit does have an additional service charge of 2.75% of the total charged plus 50 cents.

Impounded/Lost Dogs

If a dog at large is contained, please call Anoka County Non-Emergency Dispatch at 763-427-1212 and the Animal Control Officer will come to pick up the dog.  

To retrieve impounded dogs, owners can call Online Retrievers at 320-492-5865.  The owner will be required to pay impound and maintenance fees upon receipt of the dog.

 

Wild Game

When a wild animal is spotted near a residence or public area, appropriate caution should be taken.

  • Give the animal space
  • Do not attempt to feed or harass the animal
  • Do not attempt to move the animal
  • If the animal is posing any danger to you or others call 911
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