Animal Control

In his role as the Animal Control Officer (ACO) for the Chelmsford Police Department, Mark Cianci is primarily responsible for responding to calls and complaints related to stray or aggressive animals. His duties extend to investigating cases involving animal cruelty or neglect and rescuing distressed animals.

ACO Cianci is also actively involved in educating the public about responsible pet ownership and licensing requirements. Beyond these responsibilities, he manages the dog pound, overseeing the care of resident animals and working to find suitable homes for them in cases where owners cannot be located.

For any inquiries directed at ACO Cianci, please complete the form below. In urgent situations, please call (978) 256-2521 and press “0” to connect with a dispatcher. In the event of an emergency, please dial 911. ACO Cianci primarily works Monday – Friday from 8AM – 4PM.

Resources:

Massachusetts General Law
Chapter 193 – AN ACT FURTHER REGULATING ANIMAL CONTROL

Bylaws:
Town bylaws pertaining to dogs view undefined dogs.

Dog License:
Please contact the Town Clerk at (978) 250-5205 for dog licensing Information.
– Town Clerk
– Dog Licensing Information