The position of Animal Control Officer was recently accepted by Chris Rembis. Chris is an agricultural business major passionate about animal care and safety. He will be taking the Animal Control certification in January 2026.
His core responsibilities as the ACO we be, but not limited to:
- Enforce animal laws: Officers enforce local, county, and state laws, which can include issuing citations for violations like unleashed dogs or a lack of rabies tags
- Respond to calls: They respond to a wide range of emergency and non-emergency calls, such as those involving stray, injured, or aggressive animals, and may capture or impound animals
- Investigate abuse and neglect: Officers investigate complaints of animal cruelty and neglect, and may take appropriate action to protect the animals’ welfare
- Educate the public: They work to promote responsible pet ownership by educating the public on topics like licensing, vaccinations, and proper care
Business inspections: They may inspect animal-related businesses, like pet stores or kennels, to ensure they comply with laws and regulations.
Animal care: This can include providing basic care, administering first aid, or transporting animals to a veterinarian.
Wildlife management: They handle situations involving nuisance wildlife and may help with relocation or conflict prevention.
Record-keeping: Officers are responsible for maintaining detailed records of their daily activities and investigations.
To report or make contact with the ACO, citizens call the Oxford County Sheriff’s Department non emergency number (207) 743-9554.