Animals on Campus
The City of Helena ordinances regarding animals within the city limits—which include the Carroll College campus—address the following:
- Animals at Large. All animals not confined within an enclosure or on the owner’s property shall be kept on a leash not more than ten feet (10’) long, securely restrained, or held so as to prevent the animal from running at large.
- Removal of Excrement. It is unlawful for any person in control of an animal to cause or permit such animal to be on any property, not owned or possessed by its owner, and to fail to remove excrement left by such animal.
- Animals in Natural Parks. Within any natural park, as defined in city code and designated by the city commission, dogs must be kept under control, either on a leash or within sight and under voice control of their owners or other competent persons. Examples of natural parks include Mt. Helena Park, Mt. Ascension Park and Davis Gulch but do not include the Carroll College campus. Dogs must be kept on a leash within one hundred (100) yards of any trailhead in any natural park.
- Complaints. Animal Control Officers for the Helena Police Department handle animal calls within the city limits. Vicious animals, animal bites, and dogs at large should be reported immediately. For questions or concerns, contact Animal Control at 406.447.8461. Impounded animals are transported to the Lewis and Clark Humane Society (406.442.1660). Owners may claim an impounded animal after paying an impound fee plus board fees. You may also be responsible for any city code violations.