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License a pet in California

License a pet.

In California, 52 county departments, 5 public authorities and 2 city governments publish 59 official links for this service. Reviewed requirements cover documents (14), availability notices (11), eligibility (8), appointments (2), deadlines (1) and processing time (1). 58 counties have a page for it below.

Before you start · 3 things to check

Cities can operate their own shelters or contract with another provider. Check your address and the purpose of your visit.
Sheltering, field response and pet licensing can have different service areas. County browse associations do not establish eligibility.
Appointments, owner surrender, lost-pet reclaim, adoption and emergency dispatch are distinct services. Read the official provider’s current instructions.

1 guide with reviewed service links · Alpine

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Alpine County Sheriff's Office

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Alpine dog licensing — Sheriff requirements & assistanceOfficial instructions

The current county code expressly assigns dog licence and tag issuance to the Sheriff after payment and vaccination proof. The Sheriff page lists a licensing/permit assistance contact and links the adopted fee schedule. Confirm the current application channel and arrangements before visiting.

Source checked October 26, 2026

Alpine County Sheriff · Alpine Sheriff licensing contact and current fee-schedule link (opens in a new tab)

Alpine Sheriff licensing contact and current fee-schedule link — alpine licensing contact

Molly Graham Records Requests, Licensing and Permits Email Molly Graham Phone: 530-694-2231 x331

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Alpine County Sheriff's Office

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