County Animal Control

Administrator:  Bradley D. WIllis, DVM

Office Information

Office:

PO Box 163

Petersburg, IL  62675

Phone:

(217) 632-7302

Hours:

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST

Monday - Friday

NOTE:  For emergency assistance after hours, please contact the Menard County Sheriff's Office and an Animal Control Officer will be dispatched.

Description of Services

The Menard County Animal Control Office provides control of companion animal issues. Common services including animals running at large, lost or stray animals, feral cat colonies, dog bites, adoptions and various other animal control issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if there is a dog running in my neighborhood?

Answer:  Call 632-7302 and either talk to an Animal Control Officer or leave a message and an officer will return your call at their earliest convenience.  If the animal poses an immediate danger or seems aggressive, contact the Sheriff's Office and an officer will be dispatched immediately.

Does the Pound have any animals available for adoption?

Answer:  Yes.  The Pound usually has a variety of dogs and cats available for adoption.

I got my dogs rabies shots, but the vet did not issue a tag.  What should I do?

Answer:  Take a copy of the certificate issued by the veterinarian to the County Clerk's Office and they will issue the appropriate tag and assess the proper fees.

What kind of care do the animals get in the Pound?

Answer:  The animals are fed, watered and cleaned daily.  They are allowed to exercise at the discretion and under the supervision of the animal control staff.  All obvious health issues are addressed.  All adoptable animals are vaccinated and dewormed.

What should I do about a feral cat colony in my neighborhood?

Answer:  Contact the Animal Control Office and live traps will be placed to catch the feral cats.

Department Links

Animal Control Ordinance