Animal Carcass Removal

Animal carcasses found on state roadways in Hammonton should be reported to the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT). To report a deer carcass traffic hazard on a state highway or interstate, please contact the NJDOT by calling 609-588-6212.

Animal carcasses found on County roadways in Hammonton should be reported to the Atlantic County Department of Public Works at 609-645-5830.

Animal carcasses found on local Hammonton roadways should be reported to the Hammonton Police Dispatch 609-567-4300 Ext. 222  or the Hammonton Public Works Department at 609-567-4336. 

Wildlife that appears sick or that died for reasons that aren’t apparent can be reported to the NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife Hotline by calling 877-WARN-DEP (877-927-6337). Do not report obvious road kills. This phone is answered 24/7/365. The number can also be used to report a major wildlife disease or mortality incident involving a large number of animals.

Animal Control • Dog & Cat Injured or Alive • A-Academy of South Jersey

If you encounter an injured or distressed dog or cat in Hammonton call animal control A-Academy of South Jersey at 732-929-8028 or the Hammonton Police Dispatch at 609-567-4300 ext. 222 for assistance. If it’s an emergency, call 911.

IMPORTANT: If an animal is suspected to be rabid, contact the Animal Control Officer A-Academy of South Jersey at 732-929-8028 or the Hammonton Police Dispatch at 609-567-4300 Ext. 222. Animals infected with rabies will display bizarre, sometimes aggressive, behavior with neurologic signs such as circling, wobbly gate, strange vocalizations and seizures. Persons witnessing animals acting like this should avoid being bitten; but if a person is bitten or exposed to the rabid animal they should seek prompt medical attention. A directory of local health departments with contact information is posted on-line: www.localhealth.nj.gov.