Dogs License Info

Please Note

  • All dogs and cats over four months of age must be inoculated against rabies.
  • All dogs must have a City of Lynchburg Dog License (this can be purchased at City Hall at the payment window).
  • In the City of Lynchburg parks and recreation areas, dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.
  • Barking dog and other public nuisance complaints cannot be prosecuted if the complainant is not willing to testify in court.
  • Citizens that decide to pick up stray dogs on their own are responsible for taking them to the shelter during normal business hours.

Dog License

  • Residents in Lynchburg are required by City Ordinance to obtain a license for their dog(s).
  • New licenses go on sale November 1 of each year and must be purchased by January 31.
  • A valid rabies vaccination certificate signed by a licensed veterinarian must be presented before a dog license can be issued.
  • Tags are required on dogs at four months of age.
  • Order by mail: include the required vaccination certificate; the certificate will be returned with your order. The information needed for the license is taken from the vaccination certificate. Make check payable to: City of Lynchburg; mail to: P.O. Box 603, Lynchburg, VA 24505. No additional form is necessary, the information needed is taken from the vaccination certificate.
  • Purchase license at City Hall, Billings & Collections windows 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays. 
Dog License Type
FEE
Fertile male or female
$10.00
Neutered male or spayed female
$5.00
Duplicate license*
$1.00
Kennel license for 20 dogs or less*
$25.00
Kennel license for 21 dogs or more*
$35.00
Dangerous dog (must have Registration Certificate filled out and signed by Animal Warden and a current dog license)**
$150.00
Hybrid Canine (must have Registration Certificate filled out and signed by Animal Warden and a current dog license)**
$50.00
Pet Shop Permit or Dealer in Companion Animals (application must be filled out and signed by Animal Warden)**
$50.00
* For additional information please call (434) 455-3850
** For additional information please call (434) 455-6058