![]() Even a domesticated cat when cornered and reacting out of fear, may bite and scratch. Use care when approaching what appears to be a feral cat. These undomesticated offspring may act completely feral. When these stray or lost pets reproduce their offspring may grow into adulthood, never having had human contact. Others are strays that may have been left behind by an owner that moved or are lost pets. Some of the cats you see strolling about are owned pets. Stray and free-roaming cats are a part of the everyday landscape in cities and towns nationwide. Management of both game and non-game species includes the common goals of protecting and managing habitats and wildlife populations and maintaining wildlife diversity.Ĭall the 24/7 toll-free DEP Action Line (877-WARN-DEP / 87) to report fish kills, wildlife disease or toxicity events, bear property damage or problems, environmental complaints, violations, spills, discharges, venomous snakes, and emergencies.įor additional wildlife resources, visit the New Jersey Fish and Wildlife webpage. The Division of Fish and Wildlife is responsible for all wildlife in New Jersey. If it is an emergency, contact the East Brunswick Police Department by dialing 9-1-1.Īll West Nile Virus, Bird Flu, or Lyme Disease concerns should be directed to the Health Department of Middlesex County at 73. If an animal is acting unusual, appears to be sick/injured, or is threatening you, please contact Animal Control immediately at 73. ![]() If the wildlife is passing through or is located under your shed or porch without showing signs of injury, illness, or aggression, there is no need to call Animal Control. For information on Animal Rescue, please read the article " How to Know When an Animal Needs to be Rescued."Īnimal Control will only respond to sick or injured wildlife posing a public safety or health threat. Well-intentioned people may attempt to 'save' these animals, and more often than not, the mother is nearby. Every year, especially during the spring and early summer, the lives of many young animals are disrupted. ![]() The New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife urges New Jersey residents to leave young wildlife undisturbed. Many people encounter what appear to be sick, injured, or orphaned wildlife. These problems can best be solved by contacting a private residential wildlife control company. The capture of nuisance wildlife (i.e., healthy appearing raccoons not threatening humans, fox dens, wildlife in attics, groundhogs burrowing in yards, etc.) is NOT a service required for Animal Control to provide. The Township of East Brunswick is unable to provide services for healthy residential wildlife control.
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