Dogs & cats — NSB Veterinary Clinic (free spay/neuter, rabies shots, adoption) and animal control
The North Slope Borough Public Health Office / Veterinary Clinic at 5000 Boxer Street, Utqiaġvik (907-852-0277, fax 907-852-0477; Monday–Friday 8:30–noon and 1–5pm) handles animal control, stray-dog pickup, rabies control and limited vet care: annual rabies vaccinations (required for every dog and cat, first shot at 12 weeks), health exams, and spay/neuter at no charge; pet adoption is free (sign the form, pay for supplies). Vet staff fly to each village twice a year — spring (late April–June) and fall (September–October); watch KBRW and the OlenHub calendar for dates. Loose or aggressive dogs, dog bites, or an animal emergency after hours: NSB Police Dispatch 907-852-6111. The City of Utqiaġvik does not issue dog licenses. NSB Veterinarian Services, 907-852-0277: animal control (stray and loose dogs, pet relinquishment, adoption), environmental disease investigations, rabies control and limited veterinary services for all North Slope communities. Hours Monday–Friday 8:30–noon and 1–5 PM; after-hours emergencies call Police Dispatch at 852-6111. (Source: North Slope Borough Health & Social Services resource guide.)
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