Duarte Dog License Fees to Increase June 1

DUARTE, CA, May 24, 2011 – Doggone it, dog license fees in Duarte are going up. Effective June 1, it will cost $25 to license a spayed or neutered dog, a $5 increase. A license for a non-spayed/neutered dog will cost $48, an increase of $8.

Senior citizens, 65 years and older will remain eligible for one free dog license if the pet is spayed or neutered. Duarte requires dog licenses to be renewed each year on June 1.

“We strongly encourage residents to license their dogs and do so in a timely manner. A late penalty charge of $50 will be added to the cost if the license is purchased after Aug. 31,” said Public Safety Director, Brian Villalobos.

Licensing helps in the recovery of lost or stray pets and protects the public from rabies, since licensed dogs must have proof of rabies vaccination.  Although cats are not required to have licenses in Duarte, cat owners may purchase a license to help ensure the return of a beloved pet should it become lost.  Cat licenses are comparable to dogs; $25 if spayed or neutered and $48 for non neutered cats.

Dog and cat licenses can be purchased at Duarte City Hall, 1600 Huntington Dr., or at the Public Safety Office located in the Target Shopping Center at 1042 Huntington Dr.  For more information, call Duarte Public Safety at (626) 357-7938.

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