Call (856) 786-6623 for M&R Wildlife Removal & Animal Control Inc.
THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY MANDATES ALL DOGS MUST HAVE CURRENT RABIES VACCINATIONS PURSUANT TO NJSA 4:19-15.1 et seq. AND REQUIRES ALL MUNICIPALITIES TO MONITOR SUCH BY THE LICENSING OF DOGS. THEREFORE, EVERY DOG OWNER IN LUMBERTON TOWNSHIP IS REQUIRED TO LICENSE THEIR PET EVERY YEAR WITHOUT EXCEPTION.
Dog Licenses may be purchased at the Township Clerk’s Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm.
Which Dogs to License: All dogs seven (7) months old or older, possessing a permanent set of teeth must have a license.
When to Obtain License: License must be renewed annually on or before the 31st of January each year. After January 31st, a four ($5) dollar late charge will be assessed. If the dog is new to the family or just moved to Lumberton Township, no late charge will be applied. If the rabies certificate expires prior to November 1st of the licensing year, the late fee will be waived when renewed within 30 days of the certificate expiration date.
How to Obtain License: Dog licenses may be obtained from the Township Clerk Office, weekdays 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The license fee is $13.00, or if your pet has not been spayed/neutered the fee is $16.00. You must provide proof of current rabies vaccination which must be valid through November 1st of the licensing year.
By Mail: Mail the completed application, applicable fee, and current rabies vaccination certificate along with a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Lumberton Township Clerk, 35 Municipal Drive Lumberton, NJ 08048. Licenses and tags will be returned by mail.
Where to Obtain Rabies Vaccination: Rabies vaccination may be obtained from your Veterinarian. The vaccine used at the Township’s Rabies Clinic is provided free to residents and is funded from a portion of the annual license fee.
When you Receive Dog License: The dog license tag shall be affixed to a substantial collar (furnished by the owner) and must be attached to the dog at all times.
Dogs Running at Large: Owners are subject to a fine if their dog is running loose, not led by a leash, chain, etc., whether picked up by Animal Control or not.
Animal Shelter: Any dog or cat running at large will be seized and detained at the Burlington County Animal Shelter, 609-265-5073.
Public Health Nuisance Code of N.J. Section II-2.1, 2.2 Lumberton Twp. Ord. Section 136-811 Owners of DOGS & CATS are responsible for cleaning up and disposing of all pet waste. OWNERS ARE SUBJECT TO FINES UNDER THE PUBLIC HEALTH CODE.
DOGS WHO BITE
If your dog bites someone, do the following:
1. Call Lumberton Township Police at (609)267-8300 immediately.
2. Advise person bitten by your dog to see a doctor immediately.
3. Contact Animal Control Officer at 856-786-6623
BURLINGTON COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER (609) 265-5073 – 35 Academy Drive, Westampton, NJ Website: https://www.co.burlington.nj.us/168/Animal-Shelter
Call the Police at (609) 267-8300 if you observe a stray, injured or dead dog or cat on public streets. The Police Officer will take appropriate action. If veterinarian services are provided the owner, if known, will be responsible for any cost incurred.
REMINDER TO ALL DOG & CAT OWNERS: There is a maximum of 4 dogs and/or 6 cats permitted per residence pursuant to Lumberton Township Ordinance.