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The  Cranston  Animal  Control  Division  falls  under

                                                     the  direction  of  the  Police  Department  and  was


                                                     reassigned to the Inspectional Services Commander

                                                     from  the  Uniform  Division  Commander  during  CY

                                                     2022. The Shelter is staffed by a Shelter Manager,

                                                     two  full-time  Animal  Control  Officers  and  an

                                                     Adoption  Coordinator.  The  mission  of  the  Animal


                                                     Control division is to protect the health and safety

                                                     of  our  residents,  and  to  protect  animals  and

                                                     promote their humane treatment.



                                                     A municipal animal shelter is a vital resource for

                                                     any community. It provides a safe haven for stray,

                                                     abandoned, and unwanted animals, and offers a

               range of services to promote their welfare and well-being. In this blog post, we will


               explore the importance of a municipal animal shelter and the many benefits it brings

               to the community it serves.

               Animal Welfare

               The most obvious benefit of a municipal animal shelter is the improved welfare of

               animals. It offers a safe and secure environment for stray or abandoned animals,


               where they receive adequate food, water, and medical care. These animals can be

               checked for any health problems, vaccinated, spayed, neutered, and treated for any

               illnesses. When a lost pet is brought into the shelter, the animal control officers will







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