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Rabid Animals
If you suspect a rabid animal call 911 and they will dispatch the closest law enforcement officer to take care of the animal. An animal is tested for rabies only if it has bitten a person or pet.
Nuisance Wildlife
For assistance with nuisance wildlife (raccoons, skunks, deer, fox, etc.) or wildlife health, click the links below or contact the NYS DEC:
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation - assistance with nuisance wildlife
Wildlife Rehabilitators - assistance with sick or injured wild animals
NYS DEC Wildlife Office (Saratoga County is in Region 5):
- Phone: 518-623-1200
- Email NYS DEC Bureau of Wildlife
For situations with bats, rodents or insects, please contact a pest control service specializing in nuisance wildlife removal.
Dog Licensing
*** Please see the FAQ section at the bottom of this page for help with dog licensing questions.***
New York State requires all dogs four months of age and older to be licensed in the Town in which they are harbored. Every dog owned or harbored in New York State for longer than 30 days must be licensed.
If you have adopted a dog from a shelter, you still need to register the dog with the Town.
Proof of rabies vaccination (the veterinarian rabies vaccination certificate) is required in addition to the dog license application linked below.
For guide dogs, service dogs, therapy dogs, search dogs, etc,, satisfactory documentation is required for exempt licenses.
Fees:
- $10 for spayed or neutered dogs
- $17 for unaltered dogs
- Checks may be made payable to: Town of Ballston.
Please submit all information and payment to the Town Clerk's office.
Dog licenses are valid for one year; you will receive a renewal notice by mail.
Dog Control Law
Click below to view the Town of Ballston Dog Control Law:
Dog Control Officers
The Town of Ballston Dog Control Officers can assist with dog complaints, dog bite cases, etc. The Town does not have an animal control officer to handle cats, bats, rodents or other wildlife.
Dog Control Officer:
- Dave Brown
518-477-0908
Assistant Dog Control Officer:
- Tom Shambo
518-885-8706
- How do I license my dog?
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New York State Law requires that all dogs four months of age and older must be licensed in the Town in which they reside.*** Licenses are valid for one year; you will receive a renewal notice by mail.
To get an initial license for your dog you will need the following three items:1. Town of Ballston Dog License Application Form
- Available at Town Hall OR
- Click HERE to complete online and print (the form cannot be submitted online) OR
- Call the Town Clerk's Office at 518-490-2800 ext. 2502 if you would like a form mailed or emailed to you
2. Veterinarian proof of rabies vaccination
- Rabies vaccination certificate
3. Payment of $10 (neutered/spayed) OR $17 (unneutered/unspayed)
- If by check, please make payable to Town of Ballston
Options for submittal:In person:
- Town Hall, located at 323 Charlton Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 - come to the Town Clerk's window Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
By drop-off:
- Drop in the locked, gray mailbox at the rear of Town Hall that is labeled "Town Payment."
By mail:
- Town of Ballston, P.O. Box 67, Burnt Hills, NY 12027.
Please call the Town Clerk's Office at 518-490-2800 ext.2502 with any questions. - How do I renew my dog's license?
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Dog licenses are valid for one year. Renewal notices are mailed out during the month prior to the month the license will expire.The renewal cost is $10 (neutered/spayed) OR $17 (unneutered/unspayed).
If paying by check, please make payable to Town of Ballston.
To renew your dog's license:1. Check the phone number, email address, etc. on the renewal notice and make corrections as needed
2. If the rabies vaccination is up to date, simply sign the bottom of the renewal notice and submit with payment
3. If the rabies vaccination requires updating:
- Please submit veterinarian proof of rabies vaccination with the signed renewal notice and payment
4. If your dog has been neutered/spayed since the last renewal:
- Please submit veterinarian proof of neuter/spay with the signed renewal notice and reduced payment of $10 for neutered/spayed dogs
5. If you have moved or no longer shelter the dog:
- Please place a check next to the appropriate change, sign the renewal notice and submit to our office; we will make the changes
Options for submittal:In person:
- Town Hall, located at 323 Charlton Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 - come to the Town Clerk's window Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
By drop-off:
- Drop in the locked, gray mailbox at the rear of Town Hall that is labeled "Town Payment."
By mail:
- Town of Ballston, P.O. Box 67, Burnt Hills, NY 12027.
Please call the Town Clerk's Office at 518-490-2800 ext.2502 with any questions. - My dog was licensed at the Saratoga County Animal Shelter at the time of adoption, why do I need to register with the Town?
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New York State law requires all dogs to be licensed in the municipality in which they are harbored, even if you received a license from the shelter at the time of adoption.
When you adopt a dog at the Saratoga County animal shelter, the Town receives notification from the shelter and will send you a letter along with an information form, asking you to please complete the form and submit payment so that we can register the dog with the Town.