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Animal Related Issues > Dead Animals & Animal Waste Complaints
For additional question about dead animals or animal waste issues, please contact Dennis Doescher at (509) 249-6525. Dennis works part-time, so please leave a message and he will return your call.

If an animal is found dead on a county road, you can contact Yakima County Public Works at 509.574.2396. This phone number will respond 24 hours a day.

If an animal is found dead on a state road or highway, you can contact Washington State Department of Transportation at (509) 577-1910. This phone number will respond 24 hours a day.

If an animal is found on private property, it is the property owner's responsibility to dispose of the animal. You can contact Art McEwen at (509) 249-6543 or Ted Silvestri at (509) 249-6562 for recommendations on disposal methods for large carcasses.

If you have concerns about animal waste disposal on or near your property, you can contact Dennis Doescher at (509) 249-6525. Dennis works part-time, so please leave a message and he will return your call.

Last Updated Wednesday, August 19, 2009 12:12 PM

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