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.
F O U N D :
Female Mixed Breed. Found loose in the 300 blk of N. Holt on 03-06-10.
Deadline for the owner to claim is 03-12-10.
This dog does not qualify for adoption. 
Male Rott Mix. This dog was found loose in the 100 Blk of N. Ward on 03-07-10.
Owner must claim by 03-12-10.
Female white/gray Sheperd mix. This dog was found at 2nd and Market on 03-04-10.
Deadline for owner to claim is 03-11-10. 
Claim between 8am and 4 pm at the Ottumwa PD Monday through Friday
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