The Chief Animal Control Officer, under general direction of the Director of Public Health, supervises the activities of the Animal Control Division, manages the Council Bluffs Animal Shelter, issues cattery/kennel licenses and farm permits, and performs the same duties as the Animal Control Officers.

Become a volunteer

Click here to learn about volunteering at the Animal Shelter!

Council Bluffs Urban Deer Management Program

Proficiency test

• Open to Iowa residents only

• Proficiency tests for the 2008-2009 hunting season have been completed.

2008 Deer Hunter Application Permit

2008 Council Bluffs Bow Hunting Guideline and Rules

2008 Deer Management Map

Dog and Cat Licenses

All City dog and cat licenses expire each year on December 31st.

• Dog licenses may be purchased, without penalty, until end of business on February 14th each year. A $15.00 penalty will be assessed to each dog license sold on or after February 15th each year.

• Cat licenses may be purchased, without penalty, until end of business on March 14th each year. A $15.00 penalty will be assessed to each cat license sold on or after March 15th each year.

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