Animal Control & Pet Licensing
ANIMAL CONTROL
To report an animal control issue, please contact the non-emergency number for the Florham Park Police Department at: 973-377-2200.
*Please note: Animal control does not respond to reports of deer, bobcats, bears, foxes, coyotes or snakes on or near resident's properties. Residents with these issues should contact NJ Department of Fish and Game: 1-877-927-6337 or a wildlife removal service.
PET LICENSING
All dogs and cats that are at least 7 months old must be licensed each year by the Borough of Florham Park as per Chapter 96 and Chapter 108 of the Code of Florham Park. Dog and cat licenses must be renewed by January 1st of each year. N.J. state law requires that all animals must show proof of a current rabies vaccination that is valid through November 1st of the licensing year in order to renew. There are no exceptions. Per Florham Park Borough Code, 108-15, residents may only license three dogs.
*There are 3 Ways to License Your Pet:
1. *NEW: Online - via the pet licensing portal:
2. By Mail – show proof of updated rabies vaccination & mail payment.
3. In-person – Bring exact cash or a check (credit cards not accepted). Office hours are 9-4:30p.m., Mon-Fri. (excluding lunch 1-2pm)
Please be sure to have the following items:
1) Proof of rabies vaccination that expires after 11/1/2026.
2.) Proof of surgery – if the dog is spayed/neutered.
3.) Valid credit card (online payments only) or check payable to Florham Park Borough or exact cash.
4.) Allow 5 business days for processing online payments. The Health Department will mail the pet tag after receiving online payment.
2026 Dog & Cat License Fees:
- Spayed/Neutered Pet: $18.00
Non-spayed/Non-neutered pet: $21.00 - There will be a late fee of $15.00 for each dog/cat beginning February 1, 2026.
*Please ensure your pet’s rabies vaccination does not expire prior to November 1, 2026 or the license cannot be issued as per NJ state law. If it expires before then, you must get your pet revaccinated.
Please click the link below to get a copy of the pet license application:
Pet License Application
Animal Cruelty
Animal Cruelty Penalties
Guide to Prevention of Animal Cruelty Laws
FLORHAM PARK FREE RABIES CLINIC:
November 21, 2026 from 9am to 11am
Recreation Center
111 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, NJ
Morris County FREE Rabies Clinics 2026:
FOR YOUR INFORMATION…
PET WASTE & WATER POLLUTION
Please view the following flyer: Pet Waste & Water Pollution
FERAL CATS
It is against the law in Florham Park to feed feral cats and other wildlife. Violators are subject to prosecution and fines.
To keep feral cats away from your yard:
1. Remove Food: Feral cats will stay in any area where food is plentiful. Avoid feeding your own pets outdoors and cover trash scraps securely to keep from giving unwelcome cats an easy meal.
2. Close Shelter: All wild animals need a place to sleep and to raise their young. Board up holes in sheds and garages, under decks and porches, or in simple shelters such as wood piles or window wells to avoid providing this shelter to feral cats.
DEAD DEER
Contact the Florham Park Police (973-377-2200) to report any dead deer in the roadway. If there is a deer carcass located on your property, it is your responsibility to arrange for its removal. This can be accomplished two ways:
- Contact a carcass removal service to have the carcass removed at your expense.
- Move the carcass to the roadway and contact the Florham Park Police to arrange for pick-up.
DEAD BIRDS & SMALL ANIMALS
Dead birds are no longer tested for West Nile Virus. If you have a dead bird or any small animal on your property, wear rubber gloves and place the bird or animal in a garbage bag with the trash.
NOCTURNAL ANIMALS OUT DURING THE DAY
If a usually nocturnal animal is out during the day, it does not necessarily mean that the animal is rabid. In the spring and summer it is not uncommon to see an adult raccoon out during daylight hours. In addition, while foxes are most active at night, they, like the raccoons, can be active anytime that food is available. However, if there is a nocturnal animal out and behaving abnormally, call the FP Police at 973-377-2200. Abnormal behavior can be walking in circles, staggering and falling over, appearing disoriented, unusually aggressive or unusually tame.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) & SERVICE ANIMALS
Federal law, under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), mandates that businesses and organizations that serve the public must allow people with disabilities to bring their service animals into all areas of the facility where customers are normally allowed to go. This federal law applies to all businesses open to the public. This applies only to service animals and therapy animals.
MOSQUITO CONTROL
The Morris County Mosquito Commission is the lead agency for mosquito control in Morris County. If you have questions or would like information on planned mosquito spraying, call 973-285-6450 or you may visit the Commission’s website at: http://morriscountynj.gov/mosquito/ for information on spraying and mosquito control.
