Licensing your Pet

It is required by law that all dogs (and cats if living in the City of Visalia) be licensed.

In order to receive a license, your animal must receive a Rabies vaccination by a licensed veterinarian after they reach 4 months of age. Where you live will determine which governing body you will receive your license from. Once you provide the office your rabies certificate and pay for the license you will receive a tag to go on the collar of your pet. Because this is required by law, failure to comply can result in fines.

Where to obtain your pet’s license:

If you live in the City of Tulare you will contact:

City of Tulare, Planning & Building Department Animal Control Division, Dog Licensing Program

214 S. Sacramento

Tulare, Ca 93274

Phone: (559) 685-5047

If you live in the City of Visalia you will contact:

Valley Oak SPCA

29016 Hwy 99

Visalia, CA 93277

Phone: (559) 651-1111

If you live in the surrounding areas of Tulare County you will contact:

Tulare County Animal Shelter

14131 Avenue 256

Visalia, CA 93292

Phone: (559) 636-3647