License Fees

Licensing Fees	1 Year
Companion Animal (dog or cat)	$6.00
Senior (65+) Reduced Rate	$0.00
Low Income Pet Owner	$0.00
Other Fees
Replacement Tag	$4.00

Proof of age, such as a copy of a driver's license or other document listing date of birth, is required to receive the senior license rate.

Low income pet owners must qualify each year to receive a no-fee license for their pets. Please go in person to Animal Services to provide documentation.

Download License Application (PDF format)

Due Date

Payment for your license is due within 60 days of your pet’s vaccination date or prior license expiration date. A late fee of $15.00 is added if your license has not been purchased within this time.

If you are licensing for the first time, you must purchase a license within 30 days of obtaining a dog or cat over the age of 3 months or within 30 days of establishing residence in the City of Albuquerque.