City of Elizabeth Animal Control

City of Elizabeth Animal Control provides professional wildlife management services throughout Elizabeth, New Jersey and surrounding communities. This municipal animal control agency specializes in the safe, humane removal and control of common urban wildlife including raccoons, squirrels, bats, skunks, and snakes that can pose risks to residents and property. The agency's trained animal control officers respond to wildlife emergencies and nuisance complaints across Elizabeth, addressing issues like raccoons in attics, squirrels in walls, bat colonies, snake encounters, and skunk problems. They utilize approved capture and exclusion methods that prioritize both public safety and animal welfare. Operating under New Jersey state wildlife regulations, City of Elizabeth Animal Control helps property owners deal with wildlife conflicts through a combination of removal, prevention, and education. The team can identify potential entry points, assess property damage, and provide guidance on wildlife-proofing measures to prevent future issues. Elizabeth residents dealing with unwanted wildlife can contact the municipal animal control office for assistance with: - Emergency wildlife removal - Raccoon and squirrel exclusion from structures - Bat colony management and removal - Skunk trapping and control - Snake identification and removal - Wildlife damage assessment - Prevention recommendations The agency serves the entire City of Elizabeth area, providing an essential public service to help residents and wildlife coexist safely while protecting public health and property.