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Dog Licenses

In accordance with Santa Ana Municipal Code Chapter 5 Article II and California Food and Agricultural Code Division 14, the law requires dogs four months and older to be vaccinated against rabies and licensed. All dogs in the City of Santa Ana must have a current license and comply with the law. Licensing dogs is now easier, modernized, and more valuable for all dog owners.

Santa Ana partners with PetData, a dog profile and licensing platform. Dog owners can purchase new dog licenses, renew existing dog licenses, submit proof of rabies vaccinations, spay/neuter certificates, and update records through the platform.

What is a dog license?

A dog license is an additional form of ID that indicates your dog has been registered with your city and vaccinated against rabies. All dogs, age 4 months and older, are required by law to be licensed in California. Dog licenses are issued as ID tags that must be worn on your dog’s collar at all times. The City of Santa Ana currently contracts with PetData to administer the dog licensing process.

How does licensing benefit my dog?

A license tag greatly improves the chance that your dog will be returned home if they get lost. When you purchase a license, your dog is assigned a unique ID number that links to you as the owner. Better yet, if one of our animal control officers picks up your licensed dog as a stray, they may be able to return the dog directly to your door. When lost dogs end up in shelters, those with license tags get home faster, opening up shelter space for the animals that truly need it. License fees also help support critical community initiatives.

What are the requirements to license my dog?

The law requires that dogs are up to date on their rabies vaccine. You must submit the proof of rabies vaccination along with your license application form. Additionally, license fees are discounted for dogs that are spayed/neutered (proof required). A full breakdown of the applicable fees, including discounts for seniors, is shown below:

    • Regular (unaltered)                                   Each dog          $159
    • Puppy (between 4-6 months)              Each dog          $28
    • Spayed/Neutered                                       Each dog          $28
    • Senior Citizen                                               First dog           $14
    • Replacement Tag                                        Each dog          $9
    • Late Fee (after 15 days past due)      Each dog          $48

How many dogs may I own?

Each household in the City of Santa Ana is limited to three (3) dogs only.

Can I transfer a dog license?

No, a dog license may not be transferred from one owner to a new owner. The new owner will be required to register for a new dog license.

PURCHASE OR RENEW A DOG LICENSE

To purchase or renew your dog license, please visit https://www.dogdata.com/for-dog-owners/snt/ . The portal is best viewed on Chrome, Chromium, and Edge browsers.

Residents may also license by phone, or by submitting proof of current rabies vaccination, license application form and payment by mail. If your dog is spayed/neutered, please be sure to submit proof of sterilization for a significant discount! Completed applications and documentation may also be dropped off in person at City Hall during regular business hours. PetData will serve as the primary point of contact for dog license applications and renewals. As a complement to PetData, if additional assistance is required, the City of Santa Ana will continue to provide dog license customer service for residents. Please see the contact information below on how best to reach the appropriate party:

PetData Mailing Address:
Santa Ana Dog Licensing
c/o PetData
PO Box 141929
Irving, TX 75014-1929

PetData Phone: (866) 201-1775
PetData Email: petlicense@petdata.com

Santa Ana: (714) 647-5257
Santa Ana Email: dog@santa-ana.org

Dog license tags are permanent and will not be reissued unless the tag is lost or damaged. You will not receive a new tag when you renew your dog’s license.

Santa Ana Residents: Santa Ana Municipal Code Chapter 5 Article II mandates that all dogs be vaccinated unless exempted under the City Ordinance.

 

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