Dog Control Advisory Board Meeting 06/17/26

The Douglas County Oregon Dog Control Advisory Board met on June 17, 2026, to review animal control statistics and discuss operational matters. Deputy Dowdy reported on second quarter activity including 793 calls for service, 94 citations, and 37 bite reports, noting a significant increase in bite reports and letters sent out compared to previous periods. The board discussed challenges with medical facilities not consistently completing bite report forms and considered public education efforts to clarify animal bite protocols. Additionally, the board reviewed emergency preparedness plans for animals during wildfires and explored options for improving dog licensing compliance. Several counties using the DocuPet online licensing system were cited as examples, with compliance rates reportedly doubling. The board considered recommending adoption of an online licensing platform to increase compliance and streamline processes, noting that such a system could be self-sustaining through service fees. No formal votes or contract awards were recorded during the meeting.