Animals
Yes. Dogs and cats must be under reasonable control off the owner’s property. This means using a leash or harness, unless the animal is confined in a closed vehicle or carrier.
Residents may have up to three dogs or cats combined.
Yes. Dogs and cats six months or older must be licensed.
You need a completed animal-license-application.pdf , proof of rabies vaccination, and proof of sterilization (if applicable). Email your application and documents to sprister@oakparkmi.gov or deliver them to the Department of Public Safety, 13800 Oak Park Blvd. After you receive a confirmation, pay the license fee via Point & Pay (link provided in the confirmation) or pay at the counter (no processing fee).
Strays are transported to the City Pound, 10600 Capital St.
- Animal Control officers operate Mondays through Fridays, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Public Safety officers collect animals after hours.
- Loose dogs are held for four days before being transferred to the Michigan Humane Society or Oakland County Animal Control.
- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Call Animal Control Code Enforcement at (248) 691‑7450
- After hours: Call the Public Safety Department at (248) 691‑7520
Yes, if the owner reports the missing animal at (248) 691‑7520.
Yes. Call Animal Control Code Enforcement at (248) 691‑7450.
Public Safety does not pick up animals unless after hours.
No. Residents must contact a private pest‑control company.