Dog Licensing Fees

We license the unincorporated areas of Tulare County.

Licensing requirements:
    1. A current rabies vaccination
    2. Proof of spaying or neutering (if applicable)
    3. Appropriate fee

Regular Fee (Part 4, Chapter 7, Article 5, Section 1135)
    1. Applies when the dog becomes five months old and/or has been in owner's possession or in the County over 30 days. Renewals must be received or postmarked within 30 days from the last day of the month in which the current license term expires.
    2. Permanent tags are issued. Replacement tags will be issued for a fee of $2.00 only if the permanent tag is lost.

Term

Male or Female

Neutered or Spayed

1 Year

$25.00

$10.00

2 Years

$45.00

$18.00

3 Years

$60.00

$25.00

Delinquent (Late) Penalty (Part 4, Chapter 7, Article 5, Section 1180)
    1. Applies when the renewal fee is paid more than 30 days after the last day of the month in which the previous license expired.
    2. The late penalty is $10.