Norwood Animal Control

06/01/2026

Wildlife Crossing Assistance on Westover Parkway 🐢

Today, ACO Champagne assisted this snapping turtle safely across the road and into a nearby pond on Westover Parkway.

As temperatures warm up, turtles become more active and are often seen crossing roadways in search of nesting sites, food, or water. Unfortunately, many turtles are injured or killed by vehicles each year. Taking a few extra seconds to slow down and watch for wildlife can make a significant difference.

If you encounter a snapping turtle in the road, use caution. Snapping turtles have long necks and powerful jaws and can bite if they feel threatened. If it is safe to do so and you are experienced handling wildlife, you can carefully move the turtle by grasping the rear portion of the shell, keeping your hands away from the head and tail. Never pick a snapping turtle up by its tail, as this can cause serious injury to the animal.

If you are uncomfortable moving the turtle or the situation is unsafe, please contact Norwood Animal Control for assistance. We are happy to help ensure both residents and wildlife stay safe.

Remember: if you move a turtle, always place it in the direction it was already traveling. Turning it around will only cause it to attempt crossing the road again.

Thank you to everyone who helps protect our local wildlife! 🐢💚

06/01/2026

Missing Cat

Lucy is missing from the Mayfair Street/Churchill Street area of Norwood.

She is a small gray and white cat with a clipped ear and distinctive double paws. Lucy is very shy and timid and may be hiding under porches, decks, sheds, or in nearby bushes.

She is not wearing a collar.

If you see Lucy or have any information about her whereabouts, please contact Norwood Animal Control at 781-762-3159.

Please do not chase her, as she may become frightened and run. Thank you for helping bring Lucy home safely.

06/01/2026

🚨 MISSING CAT – NORWOOD, MA 🚨

Kai is a 6-year-old male tuxedo cat who has gone missing from Albemarle Road.

🐾 Black with a white chest and white paws
🐾 Short-haired
🐾 Microchipped
🐾 No collar
🐾 Mostly an indoor cat

Kai was last seen leaving his home on Saturday night. While he has recently been venturing outside around the house, he typically stays close by and has never been away this long. His disappearance is very unusual and his family is concerned for his safety.

If you have seen Kai or have any information on his whereabouts, please contact Norwood Animal Control at 781-762-3159.

Please check sheds, garages, decks, and other hiding spots around your property. Sharing this post may help bring Kai home safely. ❤️🐱

06/01/2026

🚨Kai was LOST on May 30, 2026 in Norwood, MA 02062 near St Timothy church .
Please spread the word for this lost cat by sharing this post.

💬 Owner's Message: "Mostly indoor shy cat. Ran out the door Saturday night and hasn’t been seen since! "

🐾 Description: "Tuxedo cat. American shorthair "

🔗 For more info or to contact Kai's owner, click here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/72952877

📣 Lost or found a pet? Report it to PawBoost here: https://www.pawboost.com/l/rpl

⚠️ WARNING: Please be cautious of users offering ‘pet tracking services’ in comments. We recommend only working with local shelters and verified organizations. Never send money to unknown services.

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

At approximately 7:30 AM, ACO Briana Hernandez received a report of a large dog running loose in the area of Café Fresh Bagel. The dog was subsequently located along the active train tracks, creating an immediate threat to the animal’s safety.

Recognizing the urgency of the situation, Holbrook Regional Emergency Communications Center promptly contacted the MBTA, resulting in a temporary halt of train service while efforts were made to safely secure the dog and prevent a potentially tragic outcome.

ACO Hernandez pursued the dog and after an extended pursuit, the dog was successfully apprehended without injury and removed from danger.

A special thank you to Officer Mazzola for assisting after the dog was secured and for providing transportation back to the animal control vehicle. Thanks to the quick actions and coordination of all involved, a potentially dangerous situation ended safely for the dog, the public, and rail operations. 🚊🐾

05/30/2026

Recent rain makes for the perfect mushroom-growing environment!
What you can do to prevent mushroom ingestion:

-Never allow your dog to eat wild mushrooms, even if they appear harmless.
-Supervise dogs in the yard, especially during warm, damp weather when mushrooms tend to grow.
-Remove any mushrooms from your yard promptly.
-If you suspect your dog has ingested a mushroom, seek emergency veterinary care immediately

As mushrooms are challenging to identify, ASPCA will often recommend the facebook group: Poison Help; Emergency Identification for Mushrooms & Plants

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

These guinea pigs were found by Plainville MA Police Department animal control abandoned in the woods during a heat wave. They suffered heat stroke and had mites. We're proud to have funded their care at Holmes Family Veterinary Clinic and are thrilled they're getting a second chance!

Help us save more animals like these. Donate today: www.mvmacharities.org