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License Requirements

Licensing Ordinance

All dogs and cats 4 months of age and older must be licensed with Norfolk. New residents must license their dogs and cats within 10 days of being in the city.

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Due Date

Licenses expire annually on December 31st and must be renewed by January 31st each year. If you are licensing for the first time, you must purchase a license within 10 days of obtaining a pet over the age of 4 months or within 10 days of moving into Norfolk.

License Term

Licenses are valid through December 31st of each year and must be renewed annually by January 31st.

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