Sonoma County Dog License Requirements and Regulations

To get a dog license in Sonoma County, you'll need to provide proof of current rabies vaccination, which must be administered by a licensed veterinarian.

The rabies vaccination must be given at least 30 days prior to licensing your dog.

Sonoma County requires a dog license to be renewed annually, and the license fee is $9.50 for spayed or neutered dogs and $19.50 for intact dogs.

You can obtain a dog license online or by mail, and you'll need to provide your dog's identification information, including its name, age, sex, and breed.

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To get a dog license in Sonoma County, you'll need to obtain a permit from the Sonoma County Animal Shelter. The permit is required for all dogs over 4 months old.

The cost of a dog license in Sonoma County is $15 for a spayed or neutered dog and $30 for an unaltered dog. This fee is non-refundable.

You can obtain a dog license by visiting the Sonoma County Animal Shelter in person, mailing in an application, or applying online through the county's website. The shelter is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm.

Renewing your pet's license is a straightforward process, and it's essential to do so before the expiration date to avoid a late fee.

The City of Santa Rosa sends reminders via mail, phone, and email about upcoming license expirations, so keep an eye out for those notices.

To renew, you'll need to provide a valid rabies certificate, which must be uploaded or presented at the time of purchase.

A replacement City of Santa Rosa tag is available for a $12.00 fee, or at no additional charge when you license your pet.

A late fee of $9.00 applies 30 days following license expiration, so don't wait to renew.

If your pet's rabies vaccination expires prior to your pet's license, the license will expire on the rabies vaccination expiration date.

Licenses expire one year from the date of purchase, as long as the rabies vaccination remains valid for the duration of the license term.

Here are the renewal fees for the City of Santa Rosa:

In Santa Rosa, you'll need to get a license for your dog if it's over four months old. Licenses are available for 1-year terms and must be renewed before they expire.

The City of Santa Rosa offers a seniors discount for pet owners 62 or older, which can save you a few bucks. To qualify, you'll need to provide proof of age.

The fees for licenses in Santa Rosa are as follows:

A late fee of $9.00 applies 30 days after your license expires, so be sure to renew on time.

Your pet's license expires at the end of the 1 year term, unless their current rabies vaccination expiration date falls prior to the end of the term.

Licenses can't be valid if your pet's rabies vaccination is expired.

If you provide new proof of rabies expiration extending beyond the original term, your pet's license may be extended to the full term originally selected.

If you've never licensed a pet with Sonoma County Animal Services before, you're not alone.

You'll need to provide proof of current vaccination for rabies to license your pet for the first time.

Sonoma County Animal Services will guide you through the licensing process, which is a straightforward one.

You'll need to fill out the licensing application and pay the required fee to complete the process.

The licensing application is available online or at the Sonoma County Animal Services office.

By licensing your pet, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of both your pet and the community.

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You can renew your pet's license, but if you opt to license via snail mail, processing your registration will take a lot longer.

To get started, note that the license has to be renewed before it expires or very soon after.

If you're renewing via snail mail, just be aware that it'll take longer to process your registration.