Animal Removal and Inquiries

I want to report an animal problem (bee hive, mosquito problem, dead animal).  Who do I call?
Problems with bees, mosquitoes and dead animals can be reported to the Public Works Department at (858) 755-3294.   If the problem is on City property, call Public Works. If there is a dead animal on your private property, see the yellow pages for "Animal Carcass Removal Service" to locate a provider of this service.

How do I report a problem with (opossums, skunks, snakes, etc.)?
You may contact Wildlife Services at (858) 694-2518 for control assistance.

I lost my pet. Can you help?
Please contact Public Works at (858) 755-3294 and provide a description of the animal as well as contact information. This information is then provided to Public Works staff for follow up. Public Works will also contact the Del Mar Lifeguards, as they often recover pets along the beach and park areas of Del Mar.

There's a dead seal on the beach. Who should I call?
Please contact Community Services at (858) 755-1556 or Public Works at (858) 755-3294 and we will have the dead seal removed.