Dog License Registration

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ANIMAL SERVICES

WILDLIFE (Bears, Mountain Lions, etc.)

For wildlife sightings, please contact Colorado Parks and Wildlife (970) 255-6100. In the event of an emergency, dial 9-1-1.

NEW CASTLE PETS

The number of household pets is limited to 3 dogs at one time, or 5 cats at one time. Additionally, the combined number of dogs and cats can not exceed 5.

The New Castle Police Department does not have a separate animal control unit. Animal control is available at all hours by contacting the New Castle Police Department either on the direct line (970) 984-2302 or on the dispatch line (970) 625-8095.

Cats and Other Domestic Animals

All cats are required to be vaccinated against rabies (NCMC 6.08.040). Owners/keepers are responsible for picking up waste left by their cats in any pen, cage or yard (NCMC 6.08.060).

Dogs

Aside from private property, dogs must be leashed at all times within town limits per town code.

All dogs are required to be vaccinated against rabies (NCMC 6.12.020). Owners/keepers are responsible for picking up waste left by their dogs in public places immediately. There are multiple stations throughout town which provide bags as well as receptacles for animal waste. (NCMC 6.12.160). Additionally, owners/keepers are required to clean yards and dog runs of waste regularly (NCMC 6.12.150). All dogs within the Town of New Castle are required to be registered with the Town. To license your dog, you will need to bring proof of rabies vaccination to Town Hall during regular business hours (NCMC 6.12.040). It is unlawful to allow your dog to bark or howl in a manner which causes an unreasonable disturbance to any person at any time (NCMC 6.12.120).

Dog License Registration: submit form to town hall, 450 W. Main St.

Unneutered male or unspayed female : $35.00 per year
Neutered male or spayed female : $20.00 per year
Guard Dog $35.00 per year

Impound Fees:

Dog or Cat : $40.00 plus actual impound costs
Other Animal : $40.00 plus actual impound costs

Frequently Asked Questions

You may also call the New Castle Police Department regarding pets at (970) 625-8095.

•   License your dog each year with Town Hall.

•   Get regular checkups with your veterinarian.

•   Keep dogs on a leash.

•   Take a dog training class.

•   Keep your dog inside at night and during very cold weather.

•   Never let your dog chase wildlife.

•   Restrain barking as much as possible.

•   Fence your yard to avoid unwelcome visits to neighbors (or their cats).

•   Obey the Town’s Animal Control laws.

Each year, a new Dog License Application must be completed. Please include a photo of your dog and rabies certificate with the application.

The Clerk's Office will process your application, mail you a new dog tag, and add your dog's information to the Town Pet Registry.

This is helpful in the event your dog is missing and information can be obtained through the registry with the Police Department.

Aside from private property, dogs must be leashed at all times within town limits. They may be off leash at the New Castle Dog Park.

Please contact your local Colorado Parks and Wildlife office during business hours to report your sighting.

For New Castle, please call the Northwest Region Office at (970) 255-6100.

For more information, please visit CPW's page Living with Bears in Colorado.

In the case of an emergency, dial 9-1-1.

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