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1. Who needs to be licensed?

Dog and cats who reside with in the Cottage Grove city limits must be licensed.

2. Does my pet need rabies shot in order to be licensed?

Yes, unless they have a written note from their vet stating that the animal cannot have the shot for medical reasons (usually due to an aging or ill animal).

3. At what age does my animal need to be licensed?

Six months old or older.

4. When do tags expire?

December 31 of the year on the tag.

5. Does my animal have to wear the tag?

Yes, the tag should be worn by a licensed dog or cat.

6. How many years can an animal owner get a license for?

This depends on when the rabies expire. The city offers an annual or lifetime license.

7. What if the license is lost?

The owner can buy a replacement one for $5.

8. What if the Cottage Grove animal owner moves to a different Cottage Grove address?

We will switch that license over, no charge.

9. What if the animal owner buys a license and the pet dies before the license expires? Can they get a refund or transfer the license to another pet?

No.

10. Can a license be put in a person’s name under the age of 18?

No.

11. Does the city offer a discount for seniors?

No.