The Animal Control Unit is part of the Support Services Division at Long View Police Department. An Animal Control Officer is given the task of enforcing local Town Ordinances and State Statutes. These laws are primarily to protect citizens, and their pets from injury and help maintain a quality level of life for both. An Animal Control Officer attempts, whenever possible, to find homes and owners for stray dogs or cats and works with the Catawba County Animal Shelter and Burke County Animal Services, who aid in the adoption process.

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Animal Control issues can be reported by contacting The Long View Police Department at (828)327-2343.