All dogs more than four (4) months old:

• Required by State and Municipal law to be licensed.
• Validly licensed in another jurisdiction but remains within the city limits of City of National City for more than 30 days must be licensed by City of National City.
• Rabies vaccination that is valid for the term of the dog license.
• A license can be obtained for a period of one to three (1-3) years depending on the pet's vaccination records.
• Limit of three (3) dog license per household.

Purchasing a Dog License

I.    In Person

• Purchase from the City of National City, Finance Department.
• Provide copy of dog's rabies vaccination certificate good for the term of the license.

II.    By Mail

• Download and complete the dog license form
• Mail complete form with your payment
• Have check/money order made payable to National City Finance Department
• Enclosed copy of dog's rabies vaccination certificate good for the term of the license.

Fee Schedule

• Dog license fee schedules (click on link) for one-three (1-3) years.
• Replacement tag, $15
• $10 penalty fee (if more than 30 days delinquent)

The National City Police Department's Animal Control Division provide additional information on rabies clinics, spaying and neutering, and animal shelters.

Important Contacts:

Finance Department (619)336-4330

Animal Control (619)336-4478

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