Randolph Animal Control

The Randolph Township Health Department's Animal Control team handles all animal-related matters in Randolph, along with Rockaway Borough and Dover. We provide boarding services for Roxbury Township and Mendham Township.

Our services include:

• Investigating animal bites to prevent the spread of rabies.
• Securing loose or stray animals.
• Removing deceased animals from roads.
• Rescuing sick, injured, or neglected animals.
• Investigating animal cruelty or neglect complaints.
• Operating the township's animal shelter and the dog park.

Key Services

Reporting Animal Bites

If you or someone you know is bitten by an animal, report it immediately to the Health Department at 973-989-7050. Please provide as much detail as possible to help with the investigation, including a description of the animal, the location of the incident, and the owner's information if known.

Animal Complaints

If you see an animal that is dangerous, mistreated, or neglected, please contact Animal Control. We will investigate all complaints.

Roadside Animals

To report a deceased animal on the road or in a public area, call us and we will arrange for its removal to prevent a health hazard.

Lost & Found Pets

The Randolph Regional Animal Shelter provides a safe place for stray and lost animals.

• If you've lost a pet, call the shelter at 973-543-9333. Please leave a detailed message with your pet's description (color, markings, gender, etc.), the last known location, and your contact information. Messages are checked regularly, even after hours.
• If you've found a pet, please be cautious, as a scared or injured animal may act unpredictably. Call the shelter with as many details as you can about the animal and its location.