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Dog & Cat Licenses

Dog and cat licenses are required in the City of Stockton for all dogs and cats over 6 months of age. Dog and cat owners are required to license their dogs and cats within 30 days after:

  1. The dog or cat becomes 6 months old
  2. A dog or cat over 6 months of age is acquired
  3. The dog or cat and owner move here from out of town

Late Fee
There is a $31.50 late fee if the dog or cat is not licensed within 30 days.

Checklist for Obtaining a Dog License

  • Completed form (pdf)
  • Copy of current valid rabies vaccination certificate (will not be returned)
  • Fee - make checks payable to CITY OF STOCKTON (do not send cash)
  • Copy of spay or neuter certificate, if applicable (will not be returned)

Return the Above Documentation and Fee:

  1. By mail, City of Stockton, PO Box 1270, Stockton, CA 95201-1570
  2. In person, at Animal Control, 1575 S. Lincoln Street, Stockton, CA 95206

License Fees

For a complete list of fees, please visit the Animal Services Center web page.

If you move....
Contact Animal Control at (209) 937-8274.

Lost Tags
To obtain a replacement tag, provide the following:
Name of dog or cat, owner's name, address and $8.25 for each tag ($2.25 for senior citizens). You may provide the information in one of two ways:

  1. By mail: City of Stockton, PO Box 1270, Stockton, CA 95201-1570
  2. In person: at Animal Control, 1575 S. Lincoln Street, Stockton, CA 95206

Renewals

Your pet's license must be renewed within 30 days of the license expiration date. A renewal notice will be sent the month prior to the expiration date.

Please contact Animal Control at (209) 937-8274 if you have additional questions.


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