Pet licenses
Minneapolis residents must license their dogs, cats and ferrets.
Before you begin
All dogs, cats and ferrets over four months of age must have a license.
To get a pet license:
- Your pet must be current on its rabies vaccinations.
- Any City fines must be paid.
You can not buy pet licenses online when:
- Your animal has been declared dangerous or potentially dangerous.
- You have more than four pets, in which case you need a multiple animal permit.
- You have outstanding fines or fees.
To get a reduced-cost pet license, you must:
Licensing costs
| License type | Spayed or neutered | Not spayed or neutered |
|---|---|---|
| One-year license | --- | --- |
| Dogs and cats | $30 | $80 |
| Dogs and cats - senior discount (for people 65 or older) | $15 | $70 |
| Dogs and cats - low-income discount (on assistance or income under $40,000 for a family of four) | $15 | $70 |
| Ferrets | $20 | Does not apply |
| Three-year license | --- | --- |
| Dogs and cats (microchip required) | $85 | Does not apply |
| Dogs and cats - senior discount (for people 65 or older) | $45 | Does not apply |
| Lifetime License | $250 | Does not apply |
You can also:
- Request an application from:
- Visit our shelter and buy a pet license in person
Contact us
Shelter hours
Pet adoption: Monday through Friday between 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday hours are extended until 7:00 p.m.
Closed on City holidays
Appointments
No scheduled appointment times are needed for pet adoptions.
Other services: Use our appointment scheduler