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Do all animal bites need to be reported?: Yes and the animal must be quarantined for a 10-day rabies observation period.

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1. Is there a leash law in Seabrook?: Yes, there is a leash law in effect within Seabrook City Limits, city ordinance states that any animal not being physically restrained on or off private property is considered to be at-large and in violation of Section 10-121.

2. How many animals can you have?: You can own six dogs or cats, or the combination of such animals, with the total number not exceeding six over four months old, upon or within the premises of a single family dwelling owned, occupied or under the control of such person. In multiple-family dwellings, you can own two dogs or cats, or the combination of such animals, with the total number not to exceed two over four months old.

3. Do all animal bites need to be reported?: Yes and the animal must be quarantined for a 10-day rabies observation period.

4. Does Seabrook adopt animals out?: Yes, animals are available for adoption after being held a minimum of three working days. For more information on adoptions, please call the shelter at 281-291-5644 or send an email.

5. Do I have to register my pet with the City?: All dogs and cats must be registered with the City of Seabrook. Registration is $10 and can be paid in person at City Hall. The registration fee for pets that are spayed or neutered will be waived, but registration is still required. For more information call Animal Control at (281) 291-5644.
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6. What can I do about all of the raccoons, opossum, and neighbors cats in my yard all the time?: The City of Seabrook Animal Control Department can provide residents with live animal traps and will pick up the trap and trapped animal. To request a trap you must call Animal Control at (281) 291-5644.
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7. What can I do about my neighbor’s dog barking all the time?: Resident’s may call the non emergency Police Department number at (281) 291-5610 to report a barking dog complaint. If the complaint is a continuous problem, then the resident will be directed to the Seabrook Municipal Court Department.

8. What if I can no longer take care of my pet?: The City of Seabrook is not responsible for the care of your pet. Pets dropped off by owners will not be accepted at the Seabrook animal shelter. Animals found outside of Seabrook will not be accepted.

9. What are the hours for the animal control officer and animal shelter?: The Seabrook Animal Shelter is located at 1100 Red Bluff Road and is open Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5 pm and Saturdays from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.

10. What do I do with a found/injured animal after hours?: Report it by calling (281) 291-5610 and the animal control officer will handle the animal when on duty.
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