Cat Rules: Fitchburg vs Madison
How do cat rules rules compare between Fitchburg, WI and Madison, WI?
Fitchburg, WI
Dane County
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Madison, WI
Dane County
Madison Ch. 9 requires cat licenses, current rabies vaccination, and prohibits cats from running at large. Free-roaming or nuisance cats may be impounded by Dane County Humane Society after neighbor complaints.
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| Fact | Fitchburg | Madison |
|---|---|---|
| License required | - | Annual city license |
| State enabling | - | Wis. Stat. §174.054 |
| Vaccination | - | Rabies current required |
| Quarantine period | - | 10 days post-bite |
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Fitchburg FAQ
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Madison FAQ
Can I let my cat outdoors in Madison?
Yes, but cats must be vaccinated, licensed, and not damage neighbor property; chronic nuisance complaints can lead to impoundment under Ch. 9 at-large provisions.
Where do I license my cat?
Through the City Treasurer or Dane County Humane Society with proof of current rabies vaccination; fees support animal-control operations and shelter intake.
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