Licensing

Dog Licenses

Every dog in the City of Eugene and unincorporated Lane County MUST obtain a license when one of two things occurs: either the dog reaches the age of six months, or it obtains its permanent canine teeth, whichever comes first. Failure to provide and keep the license current may result in a late fee and/or fine.

In order to obtain a license, a dog owner must present documentation showing that the dog has a current rabies shot unless specifically exempted for medical reasons, in writing, by a licensed veterinarian. Proof of spay or neuter must be presented if applicable. Licenses can be purchased or renewed in person or through the mail.

Application Form

License Fees

Effective 8/1/04

Proof of Rabies Vaccine is required for all licensing

Note: County Residents (if you live in an unincorporated area of Lane County) - Non-commercial and commercial dog kennel licenses are issued to County residents only. City of Eugene ordinance restricts a dog owner from having more than two dogs per residence.

Additional license fees for dogs that have been classified as Potentially Dangerous:

COUNTY VIOLATION (Dangerous Behavior)

Other restrictions for this classification may apply.  See Lane County Code 7.130.

CITY OF EUGENE PDD (Potentially Dangerous Dog)

Other restrictions for this classification may apply.  See City of Eugene Code 4.435.

Dog License Vendors

When purchasing a license from a Vet, advise them if this is your first license purchase, or a renewal. The Vet should issue new dog licenses only so that you don't end up with duplicate licenses in our system.

If you lose your license, please contact LCARA for a duplicate. For renewals, keep your current license tag and pay the renewal fee to the Vet, or our Agency. You should NOT be issued a new number. Thank you for your assistance in helping us to maintain accurate records.

Please educate yourself to the licensing laws before you purchase a license.

• Do you live in Eugene and own more than 2 dogs?
• Do you live in the unincorporated area of Lane County and own more than 2 dogs?
• Do you breed dogs as a business?
• Do you own a boarding Kennel?
• Are you purchasing the correct license for the area where you live?
• If you are new to the area, is your current license transferable?
• Has your dog been classified potentially dangerous?

The following Veterinarians sell our Licenses:

Cities that sell their own dog licenses

*CITIES SELL NEW LICENSES, WE WILL RENEW.

Top 10 Reasons To License Your Dog

• A license tells everyone that your pet is not a homeless stray and that the owner cares enough to register the pet legally.

• It means Lane County Animal Regulation Authority will call and/or send a letter if your lost pet comes to the shelter.

• It enables Lane County Animal Regulation Authority to protect your neighborhood from dangerous dogs and investigate dog bites.

• Licensing helps pay for the care and adoption of homeless animals.

• It supports investigations of cruelty, neglect and abandonment of domestic animals and livestock.

• A license allows the officer that finds your stray dog to take it right home, saving you time and money.

• The silver tag is easily recognized.

• Licensing supports youth programs covering humane ethics and safety with animals.

• Licensing helps to pay for emergency service.  If an animal is seriously injured, sick, or aggressive, we can respond to assist.

• ITS A PHONE CALL HOME FOR A DOG WHO CAN'T TELL US WHERE HE LIVES!