Animal Control
The Ottumwa Police Department has a police officer dedicated to Animal Control issues. Officer Jeff Williams has special training and equipment to deal with animal issues in the City of Ottumwa. The Police pick up stray animals, answers complaint about loud or viscious dogs and investigates cases of animal abuse.
Found animals picked up by the Ottumwa Police are kept for seven days before being put down. Animals that have not been claimed by the owner after the first five days can to be adopted by any citizen if they pay the appropriate fees. Aggressive or vicious animals will not be adopted out....likewise, people unsuited to adopt an animal will be denied; such as a person who has been charged with hoarding or animal cruelty Animals may be claimed between 8AM and 4 PM - Monday through Friday at the Ottumwa Police Department.
If you have lost a pet, contact the Police at 641-683-0661 to see if it has been picked up.
The Ottumwa Police Department encourages all pet owners to be responsible stewards of the animals they keep. Dog Licensing is the best insurance for getting your dog returned to you in case he or she becomes lost. It also lets our officers know if the dog is currently vaccinated against rabies. We encourage spaying and neutering as the best solution to controlling the pet over-population.
PHOTOS OF ALL FOUND ANIMALS CAN BE SEEN AT THE OTTUMWA POLICE DEPARTMENT
Male dog was picked up in the 1700 blk of Milwalkee St/ Caldwell area.
Must be claimed by 09-07-10. 
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Tame cat was picked up in th 1100 blk of Elm Court.
Must be claimed by 09-06-10.
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Wire hair terrier cross dog and two puppies. Picked up on Rochester Ave.
No collar or tags. Must be claimed by 09-07-10.
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Male terrier cross with no collar. Picked up in 300 block of N. Webster
Must claim by 09-08-10.
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Male tan Pom with a red collar with no tags. Picked up in the 1500 Block of Albia Road.
Must be claimed by 09-06-10.
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Claim between 8am and 4 pm at the Ottumwa PD Monday through Friday
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