Animal News: From Brindle to Rabies and the Number One Dog

Low Cost Rabies Clinic Open to All

The town of East Haddam will be holding a low-cost rabies clinic that is open to all, whether you are a town resident or not. The clinic will be held at the , across from the , on Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Dogs must be on leashes and cats in carriers. The cost is $20. 

News from the Pound

The East Haddam dog pound has gotten a face lift that includes calming pale yellow paint and shiny new runs. Currently, a sweet young female mix is waiting for someone to take her home. Brindle is thought to be a pit bull terrier, labrador retriever mix. She is not aggressive, doesn't appear to have any issues being around people and is a very playful girl about 2 years old. She even gave me kisses through the fence when I stopped by to see her. (see photos)

Call Mike Olzacki, the East Haddam Animal Control Officer, at 860-790-0574 for more information on how she can be yours.

Number One Dog Tag Contest

Have the best dog in town? The town of East Haddam is teaming up with judges from the for the Number One Dog Tag Contest. 

To enter, submit a 4 x 6 photo (not returnable) of your dog with the following information by May 18th:

• Owner's name, address, phone and email.
• Pet's name, age and breed.

Send entries to: Town Clerk, P.O. Box K, 7 Main Street, East Haddam 06423.

The winner and runner-up will recieve not only the #1 and #2 dog tags, but their license fees will also be paid for by the Town Clerk's Office.

Who wouldn't want their dog to be the top, Number One Dog in East Haddam?

Dog Licenses

Dog licenses are renewable yearly in the month of June and are required for every dog over 6 months of age. The cost is $8 for a spayed/neutered dog and $19 for an unaltered dog with $1.00 late penalty per month.

If you have any questions or need further details on how to properly license your dog, contact Deb Denette, East Haddam Town Clerk, at 860-873-5044 or Mike Olzacki, East Haddam Animal Control Officer at 860-873-5044.