North Judson residents with dogs need to make sure they have their pets registered with the town!
Town Marshal Kelly Fisher focused on the importance of the procedure during her report at the last town council meeting.
Fisher stated, “This is for the benefit of the owner of the dog as well. Things happen, we understand, dogs get out, chains break or what not.”
She continued, “If your dog is registered, it’s easy to go back because Billing Clerk Jennifer Vanek keeps an updated list of whose dog it is so, you know, we can contact the owner and get things taken care of.”
Council members asked Marshal Fisher how many dogs were on that list for this year. While she didn’t have the exact amount on hand, she said she suspects that it doesn’t accurately reflect the number of animals in town, meaning that many remain unregistered.
Billing Clerk Vanek added that updated tags are also required for cats living within the town limits.
She went on to explain that if the owner can provide proof that their animal is spayed or neutered and they have up-to-date vaccination documentation, the cost for renewal is $20 per tag. Tags for animals without that documentation will cost $30 each.
Vanek mentioned that officers will typically give people a warning before they’ll charge them. However, if the pet owner doesn’t comply after a warning is issued, they could be subject to a $50 fine for each unregistered pet.
Visit North Judson Town Hall at 310 Lane Street to renew or obtain your tags as soon as you can. If you have any questions, call 574-896-3340.
