Animal Control
The Athens Animal Control function is a division
of Public Works. The Animal Control Officer picks up stray
animals and transports them to the Animal
Shelter to be reclaimed or adopted. He also enforces the
City Ordinances on animal control. Some of those ordinances
are listed below:
- Three dog limit per household
- All animals must be confined to the owner's premises
- All animals must have food, water, and shelter
The Animal Control Officer also removes stray
animals and animal carcasses from the streets of Athens. If
you call in advance, he will also set traps for unwelcome
critters that may wander onto your property.
* Since 2006, the Athens Animal Shelter has been accepting stray
animals found within McMinn County
- Click Here
to view an informational Flyer
If you have an animal disturbance or would like
a copy of the City of Athens Animal Ordinances, please contact
Public Works at (423) 744-2745 or email publicworks@cityofathenstn.com.
If you send an email or you receive an answering
machine, please give your name, address, and phone
number.
