Pet Licensing Questions Answered In Laguna Beach

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — If you're feeling "sassy" enough, perhaps it's time to bring this little girl home, but before you do, the Laguna Beach Police Department released some information on dog licensing that you may not be aware of.

Did you know dog licenses are required by law? Did you know that a rabies tag is not a dog license? Many dog owners do not realize that state and local laws require all dogs over four (4) months of age to be licensed, and to wear a dog license tag at all times. New residents or dogs newly acquired shall obtain a dog license within fifteen (15) days.

Beginning June 1, 2018, Animal Services Officers from the Laguna Beach Police Department will begin going door-to-door to verify that dogs are properly licensed. Animal Services Officers may leave a door hanger to remind residents that their dog licenses are expired and need to be renewed. Securing a dog license is an important part of identification and can assist Animal Services if your pet becomes lost.

• Regular (not spayed or neutered): $48.00
• Spayed/Neutered: $24.00

Senior Citizens (65 years or older) receive a 50% discount of the applicable fee.

There is a late fee of $17.00 if the dog license is not purchased by the due date. Pet registrations are not transferable or refundable.

mailing it with a check made payable to the Laguna Beach Animal Shelter. You may also obtain or renew a dog license at the Animal Shelter or the Cashiers Counter at City Hall during regular business hours.

The Animal Shelter is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

City Hall is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. alternating Fridays, and closed on the other alternating Fridays.

For further information, please contact the Laguna Beach Animal Shelter at (949) 497-3552.

Laguna Beach Animal Shelter Photo