FAQs • City and County of Broomfield, CO • CivicEngage

Is there a law prohibiting dogs from barking?: Yes. Citizens disturbed by a noisy animal may call the police department and complain any time they feel their peace is being disturbed. For additional information, please visit our Ordinance, Animal page.

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Police - Animal Services

2. Do dogs, cats and ferrets have to be registered in Broomfield?: Yes. Dogs must wear a collar with a current Broomfield registration tag affixed.

All dogs must be on a leash when off of the owners’ property. The only exception to this are the Broomfield off-leash dog parks.

Broomfield Dog Parks include:

Commons Park
13382 Sheridan Blvd

Shepsfield Park
11251 Uptown Ave

Del Corse Park
13850 Del Corso Way

4. What happens to dogs picked up by Animal Services?: If the dog is wearing a collar with a Broomfield registration tag or has a microchip with correct owner information, Animal Services may attempt to return to the dog to its owner immediately. If there is no collar, registration tag, or microchip, the dog will be transported to our temporary holding facility located at the Willow Run Feed & Supply. If the dog's owner does not contact Animal Services within five days, the dog will be transported to the Humane Society of Boulder Valley.

5. Is there a limit on the number of animals allowed at a Broomfield residence?: Each residence is allowed to possess no more than four adult animals. Animals over six months of age are considered adults. This ordinance does not apply to fish or birds.

6. Do cats have to be on leash?: Cats are considered free roaming animals, and are not subject to the Running at Large ordinance.

7. Who should I call if I lose my pet?: Call Broomfield Animal Services at 303-438-6400. For additional resources, visit our Lost Pet Resources page.

8. Is there a law prohibiting dogs from barking?: Yes. Citizens disturbed by a noisy animal may call the police department and complain any time they feel their peace is being disturbed. For additional information, please visit our Ordinance, Animal page.

9. Can wildlife be a danger to my pet?: Yes, wildlife can be a danger to your pet. We have compiled a list of precautions you can take to help keep you pet safe on our Wildlife page.