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 License a Pet Minimize
Denver residents must license pets (dogs and cats) over 6 months old.  This small fee offers great peace of mind if your pet is ever lost. The license number is linked to your pet's rabies tag, which can reconnect you with your pet if it is brought into a shelter.

Your pet must be vaccinated to receive a license, and you can license your pet online or by mail.  Learn more below.
 
 
The fees for pet licenses are as follows:
 
One year license $15
Three year license $40
Senior citizens over 65

Free
(by mail only)
Service dogs

Free
(by mail only)
Duplicate tags

$6
(by mail or in person only)

 
Note: Pitbull breeds are illegal in Denver and cannot be licensed.
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 License Your Pet Online Minimize
You can get a new license or renew a license for your pet online. It's fast and easy, and you'll have your new license within 2-3 weeks!
 
Here's what you need:
 
  • Your pet's name, breed, color, and age
  • The name of your veterinarian clinic
  • Your pet's current rabies tag number and vaccination information
  • For renewals, your pet's previous license number and person ID number
  • A Visa or MasterCard credit card
 
If you have questions or need help, call 303-698-0076.
 
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 License Your Pet by Mail Minimize
To license your pet by mail, send your pet's current rabies certificate and a check for your one or three year license payable to "Manager of Finance" to the address below. Do not send cash.
 
  • For senior citizens over 65
    Send your pet's current rabies certificate and a copy of your driver's license or other proff of age to the address below.

  • For service dogs
    Send your pet's current rabies certificate and a copy of your pet's service documentation to the address below.  

Denver Animal Care and Control
678 South Jason Street
Denver, CO 80223

 
If you have questions or need help, please call 303-698-0076.
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 Shelter Vaccinations Minimize
Vaccination Schedule:
Dogs: Wednesday from 2:30 pm - 4:45 pm  
 
Cats: Thursday from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm  
 
Fees:
$35 Price includes rabies, distemper/parvo and a one year license for Denver County residents or out of county residents that use Denver dog parks.  
 
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 Shelter Wish List Items Minimize
  • Blankets
  • Old, clean linens to make beds
  • Laundry detergent
  • Hand sanitizer
  • KMR (Kitten milk replacement) - powder form - Available from pet stores
  • Canned kitten/puppy food
  • ESBILAC (Puppy milk replacement) - powder form - available from pet stores
  • Baby food - beef and chicken flavor
  • Cat litter
  • Litter/Pooper scoopers
  • Treats and Toys for dogs and cats
  • Small dog collars
  • Long choke chains, Leashes
  • Miscellaneous pet items 
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