Requests for traps will be addressed in the order they are received. Demand is often higher than supply. You will be contacted when a trap is available.


Animals caught in live traps will be picked up between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Traps should be unset on weekends. If you choose to leave a live trap set over the weekend or holiday it will be your responsibility to care for or release the animal until the next business day.

Should the animal be left in the trap for an extended period of time and dies you may be charged with animal cruelty per Minnesota State Statute 343.21.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact the Moorhead Police Department – Animal Control Division at (218) 299-5120.