Duxbury Updates Dog Licensing and Animal Control Bylaws
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Key Points
- Dog licensing fees updated under Article 14
- Animal control bylaws modernized under Article 15
- Both measures passed with strong support
Voters approved two articles related to animal management in town. Article 14 updated the schedule of dog license fees, while Article 15 amended the town’s general animal control bylaws to modernize language and procedures.
Both articles passed with comfortable majorities, with residents supporting the administrative cleanup of the town's regulations regarding pets and animal safety.
Motion: To approve Article 14 as printed in the warrant.
Vote: Passed 148-12-0
Motion: To approve Article 15 as printed in the warrant.
Vote: Passed 156-10-0