Walpole Animal Control

06/26/2026

Keep your pet safe this upcoming holiday!

4th of July Pet SAFE Tips

1. Pets can become overheated quickly. Make sure to keep them hydrated and never leave them in a hot car! If you see a
pet in a hot car call 911!

2. Celebrations can be loud and stressful. Give your pets a quiet & secure place to retreat if they need a break from the festive activities. Ask your vet about options to keep them calm if needed.

3. Common picnic foods like grapes, corn cobs, garlic, raisins, avocados, and onions are all dangerous to pets. Play it safe, keep them on their normal diet.

4. Prepare for the unexpected. Have a recent picture of your pet, microchip number and phone numbers for your vet and ACO handy. Check that the microchip info is current!

5. Keep alcoholic drinks, edibles or any intoxicating substances away from your pets. They can be life-threatening if ingested. Call your vet right away if a pet gets into them!

6. Common items used on the 4th such as, glow sticks, citronella candles/oils, matches and lighter fluid can all be deadly to pets keep them out of reach.

7. Pets can get spooked and may run away during fireworks. Make sure your animals are wearing their collars and identification tags. Keep them securely inside!

8. Try to Prevent a startle by walking your dog early in the day when the risk of fireworks is low, and know when large displays are going to be happening near you. View the list of MA permitted fireworks displays. https://www.mass.gov/info-details/leave-fireworks-to-the-professionals

9. Don’t use bug spray and sunscreen products made for people on your pets, they can be very toxic to them!

Have a SAFE and fun holiday everyone!

06/20/2026

06/18/2026

We are looking to identify three (3) parties involved in an incident this morning, which left an 86-year old with multiple dog bite injuries.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:00am on the walking path, near the school, on the campus of NewBridge on the Charles.

The dogs are described as two (2) white dogs and one (1) boxer, all medium in size and all of which were unleashed while in the company of the three females, described as in either their 20’s or 30’s, who reportedly gathered their dogs and left the scene immediately following the incident.

The victim was transported by ambulance to ER due to his injuries and may also need to undergo a series of post-exposure rabies vaccines if we cannot ascertain dog ownership and dog vaccination status.

Anyone who may routinely walk this path and may be familiar with any of these parties as described by gender, age, and/or the accompanying dogs, is asked to please reach out to us.

We strongly encourage those responsible for this incident to do the right thing and come forward, and to know that surveillance footage is being reviewed by property security.

06/17/2026

"Attention residents: Thank you all for calling regarding the wayward peacock she has decided to enjoy the weather and take a stroll around town . Her owner is aware. Ms. Peacock is accepting compliments but not directions." 🦚 Please do not attempt to catch her but you are more that welcome to call and report sightings of her to Animal Control 508-660-7300 ext.117

Thank you

06/17/2026

6/17/26 Holiday & Vacation time is here! Are you making sure that the person you are leaving your beloved family member with will keep them safe? Make sure you are meeting EVERY person who may be caring for your dog, whether in your own home, a boarding facility or the caretakers home!

12/30/25 Holiday & Vacation time is here, are you making sure that the person you are leaving your beloved family member with will keep them safe? Make sure you are meeting EVERY person who may be caring for your dog, whether in your own home, a boarding facility or the caretakers home!

6/24/25 Vacation time is here, are you making sure that the person you are leaving your beloved family member with will keep them safe? Make sure you are meeting EVERY person who may be caring for your dog, whether in your own home, a boarding facility or the caretakers home!

4/14/25 School Vacation time & Summer Vacation will be here soon, are you making sure that the person you are leaving your beloved family member with will keep them safe?

7/1/24 Vacation time is here, are you making sure that the person you are leaving your beloved family member with will keep them safe?

6/30/23 Vacation time is here, are you making sure that the person you are leaving your beloved family member with will keep them safe?

06/17/2026

Don’t let damage from wildlife spoil your garden. Learn how you can prevent your plants from becoming a snack for woodchucks, rabbits, squirrels, and deer.

06/15/2026

06/08/2026

They mate for life. He loses her, he sits alone. 💔

Mourning doves pair for life. They build flimsy stick nests together — known for falling apart in storms.

Both parents feed the babies "crop milk" — a nutritional secretion from their throats.

When a mate dies, the survivor often sits in the same place for weeks.

That coo at dawn isn't sad. Unless it is.