To Report a Deer Carcass Please call the Cedar Grove police Desk at (973) 239-1410 x250
To Report a Deer Carcass Please call the Cedar Grove police Desk at (973) 239-1410 x250
Protocols for Testing Cats/Dogs for Bird Flu
Guidance for Animal Control Officers on Bird Flu
Having problems with Wildlife on your property?
Try these nontoxic and safe for animal recipes for Wildlife Repellents
Repellent #1
- 1 Gallon Cider Vinegar
- 2 Lbs. Moth Flakes
Heat Vinegar in large pot until just boiling.
Gradually add moth flakes till all dissolved.
While mixture is still warm, use watering can to sprinkle a 1″ square area where needed or a 1″ line at the perimeter of your property.
Repeat after 3 days. This application should work for a year.
Repellent #2
- 1 Whole Spanish onion
- 1 Jalapeno Pepper
- 1 Tbs Cayenne Pepper
Chop onion and pepper.
Mix together and boil 2 quarts of water for 20 minutes.
Let cool, then strain into a container.
Using a garden sprayer, spray over any outdoor area where animals are being a nuisance.
Process may have to be repeated for a period of 2 weeks to assure success.
Don’t Feed the Wildlife! Here’s Why
Feeding of Wild White-Tailed Deer and why you shouldn’t, according to the NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife. In Cedar Grove, we ask that residents please refrain from feeding the deer and/or other wildlife.
CLICK HERE to view full article from the NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife
Should I call Animal Control?
| Stray dog at large | YES | Call police desk ext 250 |
| Injured or deceased dog or cat | YES | Call police desk ext 250 |
| Injured immobile wildlife | YES | Call police desk ext 250 |
| Deceased wildlife (OTHER THAN DEER) | NO | Call Health Dept ext 224 |
| Stray/ feral cats / kittens (no collar) | NO | Do not trap cats or kittens prior to making arrangements with a shelter or adoption service. Animal Control will not pick up trapped cats |
| Healthy wildlife roaming | NO | Health Wildlife are free to roam the Township, and protected by NJDF&W regulations |
| Wild life in “living area” of home | YES | Call police desk ext 250 |
| Wild life in attics, crawl spaces, garages, sheds, under porches or decks or basements not directly accessible to the living space. | NO | DO NOT trap wild animals. Animal Control will not pick up trapped wildlife. Call a private pest control company for nuisance wildlife removal. |
| Bats in “living area” of home | YES | DO NOT release the bat, Call police desk ext 250. Allow Animal Control to trap the bat which must be sent for testing for rabies. |
| Bats in attics, crawl spaces, garages, sheds, under porches or decks or basements not directly accessible to the living space | NO | DO NOT try to trap or capture the bats yourself. Call a private pest control company for nuisance wildlife |
Other Helpful Links
Local Shelters
| Shelter Information | Hours of Operation |
| Wayne Animal Shelter 201 Pompton Plains Crossroads (Jackson Ave Extension) Wayne, NJ 07470 (973) 6694-0767 |
Tuesdays: 6PM – 8PM Thursdays: 6PM – 8PM Saturdays: 12PM – 3PM |
| Montclair Animal Shelter 77 Willow Street Montclair, New Jersey 07042 (973) 744-8600 |
Tuesday: 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Friday: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Saturday: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. |
