Seasonal dog rules return to Compo Beach this week, including leash requirements and restrictions in several areas.
Annual dog licenses run from July 1 to June 30.
The rules will remain in effect into 2026.
Proceeds will go to support the care of its animal ambassadors.
Licenses covering the term July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, may be obtained online from the Town Clerk’s department starting immediately.
The incident occurred Tuesday night, according to authorities.
The deer was rescued near the Westport Library in downtown Westport. Click for link to video.
"We hope everyone will follow these regulations and be respectful of other dogs and facility users. We appreciate your cooperation."
A mother cat and her kittens, had become stuck in a storm drain pipe on the Post Road East, according to authorities.
A mother cat and her kittens became stuck in a storm drain over the weekend.
Scarlett Gerber, 17, made a new friend at Westport-based Wakeman Town Farm, Dolly, a baby goat.
The dog-themed event will be held on Jesup Green across from the book shop.
All dogs over six months old must be licensed.
The event will be held at Winslow Park, corner of the Post Road East and Compo Road North, in Westport.
Residents are advised to supervise their pets whenever they are out in the yard.
Atlas, one of the department's three police dogs, is scheduled to retire in December, after eight years of service.
Dogs will be allowed at the beach through March 31, 2024.
Licenses covering the term July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 may be obtained online from the Westport Town Clerk’s office.
The bullet-resistant vest is for Brute, the department's newest K-9 officer.
The regulation is in effect until Oct. 1.
Click to see which areas at the beach where dogs are prohibited.
Fees for dog licenses are $8 for neutered male or spayed female and $19 for male or female.
The virtual fundraising event celebrates the season and give pets a fresh start.
The sightings occurred on Monday and were concentrated in the northern part of Westport.
There are no off-leash areas at the dog park until further notice.
Additionally, the sale of parking stickers is suspended until further notice, according to Westport Parks & Rec Director Jennifer Fava.
The Jan. 22 event is sponsored by the Connecticut Humane Society.
Patch reader Maura Hennessey was impressed with the recent efforts of Westport police and firefighters in helping to find a lost dog.
The department held a ceremony for the nine-year-old Belgian Malinois at Westport Police Headquarters on Dec. 13.
Koda, who is handled by Officer James Loomer, has been with the Westport Police Department since February 2012.
To benefit the CT Food Bank.
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Watch firefighters rescue Riley, a 14-year-old Schnoodle.
All dogs must be leashed in all areas of the park, according to officials.
He has been the town’s assistant animal control officer for the last 18 years.
The incident occurred Tuesday afternoon, according to fire officials.
The rescue occurred on Monday evening, according to the department.
All dogs over 6 months old in Westport must be licensed. Here's what you need to know.
Click to see of the pets available at area shelters.
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