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Has Anything Changed For Your Current License?
Updating Your Pet's Record When You Move
It is important that we have your most current address and phone number in our database. If you move or change phone numbers, please call our office or send us an email at petlicensing@yolocounty.org and we will update the information in your pet(s) records.
It is important especially if you move outside the county limits, to notify us immediately. We will then inactivate your pet(s) record and will not send you renewal notices in the future. If you move outside the limits of your current licensing jurisdiction, you must purchase a pet license in the jurisdiction in which you reside. Make sure to give the new licensing office your pet's microchip number (if applicable) for their database.
Lost, Stolen, Given Away, or Deceased Pets
If your pet becomes lost, stolen, given away, or is now deceased, please send us an email to let us know as soon as possible. We will update the pet record immediately.
Transferring Ownership of a Pet
If you relinquish ownership of your pet to someone else who resides within our licensing jurisdiction, our office will need your authorization to transfer the pet to the new owner. This can be done in person at the Yolo County Animal Shelter or via mail/email with a handwritten letter and a copy of the driver's license of the original owner.
If you are the new owner and you reside in Yolo County, please complete an Animal License Application Form and send this completed form, the authorization of the transfer, and a check to our office, or visit us in person.
Licenses cannot be transferred from person to person and a new license will be issued when pets are transferred between owners.
Why License Your Pet?
Benefits of Licensing
Even though dog licenses are required for all Yolo County dogs ages 4 months and older by law, there are many other benefits to licensing your pet.
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If your dog is ever missing, a license tag provides a quick and accurate way of notifying you if someone else finds your pet. It also provides proof that your dog has been vaccinated against rabies.
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Animals found wearing identification are more likely to find their way home than animals without. Animal Services will contact you by phone or mail if your pet comes to the shelter wearing a valid license.
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With our new PetHub Digital License tags, your pet will have a much better chance of being reunited with you without ever having to enter the shelter.
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Animals at the shelter wearing identification are held longer and the shelter staff makes every attempt to contact and reunite the owner with the animal.
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The fee for reclaiming your dog if it is brought to the shelter is reduced if the dog is current on rabies vaccinations and licensing.