Purchasing a Pet License
The City of Elk Grove requires all persons owning, keeping, harboring, or having custody of any dog or cat over four months old to license their pet (EGMC 8.03.01A). The pet license process can be completed online or by mail.
Elk Grove Animal Services has partnered with DocuPet to provide an enhanced pet licensing experience for residents. Your pet’s license now includes DocuPet’s free HomeSafe™ 24/7 lost pet service and designer license tags with personalization options. When you register your pet in the City of Elk Grove, you will receive a unique license tag to attach to their collar. The new licensing process with DocuPet allows residents to select a standard license tag at no additional charge or upgrade to one of DocuPet’s colorful designer tag styles for an additional fee.
Online:
Gather the following documents before beginning online licensing:
- Your pet’s rabies certificate which covers the term of licensing
- The spay/neuter certificate (if applicable)
- The above documents, or additional paperwork showing your pets microchip number
These can also be mailed to 9150 Union Park Way Elk Grove CA 95624.
By Mail:
Complete the application and submit necessary documents along with payment.
Important Information
- The expiration date of the license can not exceed the expiration date of the rabies vaccination. It is important to understand that a 1-year or 3-year license may not last exactly 12 or 36 months. A license expires on the anniversary date of the rabies vaccination.
- Include the microchip number or payment of the microchip exempt fee
- If applying for an altered license, proof of spay/neuter must be attached unless previously verified or listed on the rabies certificate.
- If applying for a free or discounted Senior license, please provide a valid copy of the owner’s drivers license that indicates date of birth and residency in the city of Elk Grove. Senior discounts are limited to 2 pets per household.
- There are limited exceptions for service dogs. Please contact EGAS for more information
- License tags are only issued for new and duplicate
- A duplicate license tag can be requested at the time of licensing. If requesting when licensing is not due, please mail a check/money order for $5 payable to Elk Grove Animal Services at 9150 Union Park Way. Please provide your pet's license number on the check. If you do not know your pet's license number, contact us via email or by phone.
- License fees are nontransferable and not refundable.
Benefits of Licensing with Docupet
Licensing your pet not only displays responsible pet ownership but it also helps fund local animal welfare initiatives in your community. In addition to your pet’s license, here are some benefits of your DocuPet online profile:
- Hundreds of unique and colorful designer tag styles to choose from or design your own tag style online
- With full access to HomeSafe™ 24/7 lost pet service, upload recent photos of your pet and include important information that will help identify and retrieve them if they become lost
- Gain access to exclusive promotions and discounts
- Add additional pet guardians to your pet's profile
- Skip the trip and easily purchase or renew your pet's license from the comfort of home
- Upload important new documents for your pet by snapping a photo
- Make an optional donation to Elk Grove Animal Servicesvia DocuPet’s Safe&Happy Fund and help support local animals in need
- Easily view and download your pet’s license documentation
- Read up on exclusive pet-focused content
- Manage, or make changes to your account at anytime including updating your contact information and making changes to pet details and status
- View your order status and history
Licensing Fees
License fees are not refundable
| License Type | Fee: 1 Year | Fee: 3 Year |
|---|---|---|
| Spayed/Neutered | $15.00 | $35.00 |
| Unaltered | $50.00 | $150.00 |
| Senior Fee: Spayed/Neutered* | Free | N/A |
| Senior Fee: Unaltered* | $25.00 | N/A |
Late Fee
The late fee for a license renewal is $15.00 if paid 60 days after the due date.
The licensing of pets is required by State law and City Ordinance. Pet licensing is an integral component of the statewide rabies control effort. Pets are required to be licensed at the age of four months and provide proof of a rabies vaccination that covers the term of the license. City of Elk Grove requires microchipping or payment of the Microchip exemption fee. Elk Grove Animal Services personnel use the dog license, microchip, and any other owner information to contact the owners of lost animals. Any pet found not to be licensed, rabies vaccinated, or microchipped, can be cited for violation.