Animal Services

The Animal Services Division is housed within the Police Department and offers the following services:

  • Dog Registration
  • Response to domestic, wildlife, and livestock issues
  • Wildlife, animal, and trail ordinance enforcement

Seasonal Trail Closures

Many local trails are closed during the winter and/or spring to protect sensitive wildlife areas. Please respect trail closures.

Domestic and Wildlife Ordinances

Snowmass Village Animal Officers respond to calls concerning domestic animals, livestock, and wildlife. The town boundaries are surrounded by wilderness and open space. Through education, we encourage residents to co-exist with wildlife peacefully. The town’s domestic animal and wildlife ordinances are available online.

Relevant Animal Services Ordinances

  1. 2024 Town of Snowmass Village Animal Ordinance
  2. 2024 Town of Snowmass Village Trails Ordinance
  3. 2024 Town of Snowmass Village Wildlife Ordinance

Emergency Preparedness for Pets

In the Event of a Disaster, Be Prepared!

  • Have a safe place to take your pets.
  • Keep a list of “pet friendly” places with phone numbers (hotels, motels)
  • Ask friends, relatives, or others outside of your area whether they can shelter your pet.
  • If you have more than one pet, they may be more comfortable if kept together, however, be prepared to house them separately.
  • Prepare a list of boarding facilities and veterinarians who could shelter animals during an emergency, including 24-hour phone numbers.
  • Microchip and register your pet.

Assemble Portable Pet Supplies Kit

Keep items in an accessible place & in sturdy containers.

  • Medications & medical records
  • First aid
  • Saturday leashes, harnesses, or carriers
  • Current photos of pets in case they get lost.
  • Food, potable water, bowls, cat litter & can opener

Know What to Do as a Disaster Approaches

  • At the first hint of disaster, act to protect your pet/s.
  • Call ahead to confirm emergency shelter arrangements for you and your pet!
  • Check that your pet disaster supplies are ready at the moment’s notice.
  • Make sure all dogs and cats are wearing collars with a securely fastened up to date identification.