State & Local Animal Laws
Use this guide to help you brush up on your animal protection laws.* The State of Michigan and local municipalities have laws and ordinances that covering everything from barking dogs to exotic animal transport. This list is not all-inclusive, but it's a great start.
*This guide is not all-inclusive. There could be additional enforceable laws and ordinances or available resources.
State Resources & Contacts
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MI DNR Plainwell Customer Service Center
621 North 10th St, Plainwell, MI 49080
269-685-6851
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The State of Michigan and Kalamazoo County have laws and ordinances that govern animal welfare.
Animal Enforcement Officers, Conservation Officers and other law enforcement workers are mandated to enforce these laws. Cities, townships and villages may also have their own ordinances in addition to what the State and County specify.
Animal Welfare Contacts
Kalamazoo County Animal Services & Enforcement
2500 Lake Street, Kalamazoo MI 49048
269-383-8775
MI DNR Plainwell Customer Service Center
621 North 10th St, Plainwell, MI 49080
269-685-6851
If you have a concern for an animal outside of Kalamazoo County, contact the Animal Control department for the county the animal is in.
Click here to find the Animal Control department nearest you