West Milford Animal Shelter Society

Based in West Milford, N.J., the Township of West Milford has several departments dedicated to different aspects of the administration. The township's Animal Control sub-department falls under the department of Health and is headed by the Animal Control Officer. It investigates animal complaints and complaints of cruelty and neglect involving domestic pets, including dogs and cats. The department also undertakes dog and cat licensing program along with inspection of commercial kennels and pet shops. The Animal Control department further conducts an annual census for dogs and cats and supervises the rabies immunization clinics. Additionally, it patrols the Township to provide aid to stray domestic animals and sick and injured wildlife.