License Requirements

Licensing Ordinance

All dogs and cats 6 months of age and older must be vaccinated against rabies and registered with Fayette County within 7 days of acquiring the pet.

Due Date

Payment for your registration is due within 30 days of the expiration of your current registration. If you are registering for the first time, you must register your pet within 7 days of obtaining a dog or cat over the age of 6 months.

License Term

Your pet’s registration is valid for 1, 2 or 3 years from the date of vaccination, and will expire on the anniversary of the vaccination date. Pet registrations will not be valid beyond the expiration of the rabies vaccination.