Animal Control is responsible for the enforcement of animal control laws, for protecting citizens from zootoxic diseases (such as rabies): for providing security to citizens from annoyance, intimidation, and injury from animals; for protecting animals from abuse, neglect, and inhumane treatment.

Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Please call Payson Police Department's non emergency-line (928) 474-5177 for assistance.

For after hours emergencies contact Payson Police Dispatch (non-emergency) at (928) 474-5177.

Animal Ordinances

• 90.04 Definitions
• 90.19 Declaration of Nuisance
• 90.20 Dogs at Large
• 90.21 Control of Dogs
• 90.35 License Required; Proof
• 93.04 (L) Usage rules for athletic fields
• 90.99 Penalty

For more information regarding the Town of Payson's Code regarding animal issues, please view Title IX: General Regulations, Chapter 90: Animals, &/or Chapter 130: General Offenses, 130.20 Noise(C)(9)Animals.

Animal Bites

If you are bitten by a domestic or wild animal, seek medical attention immediately and contact Animal Control. It is Arizona state law (ARS 11-1014D) that an animal bite must be reported to your local Animal Control or law enforcement agency. Report as much information as you can about the animal, including it's location, and the owner if you know who owns the animal. The animal will need to be quarantined and tested for rabies. Rabies is transmitted through a bite, and can effect all warm-blooded mammals (people too).