Licensing
Licensing your dog is not just required by law in La Plata County, but there are many benefits that come with it:
- Licensing fees support the mission of La Plata County Humane Society and help the homeless animals.
- Reunites lost pets with their families.
- Reduces the impound fees if your pet is ever picked up by Animal Protection.
- Keeps you in compliance with local animal ordinances.
License Fees
City residents
Altered animal – $10 per year
Unaltered animal – $55 per year ($25 license and $30 permit are required)
County residents
Altered animal – $10 per year
Unaltered animal – $25 per year
City and County residents may purchase a 1 or 3 year license. If you are 60 years of age or older, you qualify for a free licensing with valid photo ID.
*A $2 fee will incur for a replacement tag.
Requirements
- Proof of your pet’s current rabies certificate
- Proof of spay/neuter
- Valid photo ID
- Payment; cash or credit card (we do not accept personal checks)
Pet Licenses May be Purchased
Online for curbside pick-up: You may purchase your pet’s license online following a few easy steps. Please click this link: PET LICENSE APPLICATION. After you submit your application you will receive a call from a team member that it has ben processed and ready for pick-up. If you are 60 years of age or older, you qualify for a free licensing with valid photo ID.
Onsite: Licenses may be purchased at La Plata County Humane Society during business hours at, 1111 S. Camino del Rio, Durango CO 81303.
Please note: Tags are intended to last 1 or 3 years, depending on your purchase. If this is a renewal, you will receive an updated certificate and tag with the current year.
Thank you for being a responsible pet owner! For more information, please call (970) 259-2847 x101 or email.
City Ordinance 4-56, County Ordinance 10-21