Animal Control

Visitors should be able to show evidence of their dog's immunizations records covering the period of their visit, however, they need not obtain a City registration certificate unless the dog will be kept in the City for longer than 30 days. 

Yes, tags must be worn at all times the dog is within the limits of the City of Red Lodge, unless on personal property.

Yes, service dogs do need to complete the registration process, however, there is no license fee charged for certified service dogs.

New arrivals to the City have 30 days in which to obtain their registration. 

Dog licenses are an annual license that shall run from January 1st to December 31st. There shall be no pro-rating of licensing fees.

Puppies must receive their first rabies vaccination and be registered by the age of 5 months. 

Unfortunately, tags are not transferrable to a different dog.

Should a tag be lost, damaged, or destroyed, the City Clerk may issue a replacement tag in accordance with the provisions of the Resolution of the City Council.

Due to the serious public health risk presented by the disease, proof of rabies vaccination is required per City Ordinance in order to license your dog.