Animal Control

A PDF copy of the license can be downloaded by clicking here

Paper applications will still be accepted via mail or the Drop Box located at the front door of the Agawam Municipal Annex. 

Please mail applications to:

Animal Control 
1000 Suffield Street 
Agawam, MA 01001

Please call or contact ACO Strong with any questions
413-726-9754
You can use the contact form link here to message ACO Strong directly




Lost and Found Dogs

If you have lost your dog or found a stray dog please contact the Animal Control Officer right away. During off hours please contact the police dispatcher.

Dog License

All dogs in Agawam over the age of 6 months old must be licensed. Licenses are valid April 1 through March 31. Licenses issued after May 1 are subject to a $10 late fee. Please read Chapter 96 ordinances for further information

Dead Animals in the Roadway

For dead animals in the roadway please call the police dispatcher at 786-4767, ext. 0.

Dead animals on private property are the responsibility of the property owner

Payment Methods

 Check or money or only only no credit or debit cards accepted at this time


Documents and License Forms

  1. Dog License Form
  2. Chapter 96 Animal Ordinance 11-9-2017- PDF

Be a good neighbor - pick up after your pet!


Did you know that one gram of dog waste contains 23 million fecal bacteria?

Pet Waste that doesn't get picked up can ultimately end up in our waterways.

For a better understanding on how pet waste contaminates our local waterways and what you can do to help visit
Think Blue Connecticut River