Pet Licensing
Lincoln County requires that all dogs must hold a valid license pursuant to ORS 609.100
All dogs in Lincoln County must be licensed:
- At 6 months of age or when they have permanent canine teeth, whichever comes first.
- Within 30 days of acquisition of the dog.
- Within 30 days after new residents move into Lincoln County.
*Cat licenses are also available, but they are not required by law.
| Type of License | 1 year | 2 years | 3 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altered Animal | $5 | $10 | $15 |
| Intact Animal | $35 | $65 | $90 |
A rabies vaccination is a prerequisite for a license. You will be required to provide a rabies certificate and proof of spay/neuter (if your pet is altered).
How to Purchase a License
CLICK ON THE LINK TO THE LEFT TO FILL OUT AN ONLINE PET LICENSE APPLICATION. YOU WILL NEED TO UPLOAD PROOF OF RABIES VACCINATION AND SPAY OR NEUTER (IF YOUR PET IS ALTERED). Once your application is received, a staff member will contact you to complete the pet licensing process.
IN PERSON: Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Closed on Holidays)
ONLINE PAYMENT: https://client.pointandpay.net/web/lincolncountyasor
BY MAIL: Download and complete the license application form. Mail your completed application, pet's rabies vaccination certificate, and payment to:
Lincoln County Animal Shelter
Physical address: 220 SW Dahl Avenue Waldport, OR 97394
Mailing address: PO Box 1390 Waldport, OR 97394
BY PHONE: You can provide a copy of your pet's current rabies certificate by mail or email (your vet may be willing to email your certificate to us for you) and we can take payment by phone. Please include the best phone number to reach you at when you mail or email your rabies certificate.
Why is Licensing Important?
License fees help support Lincoln County Animal Shelter and Services programs and operations, including providing food, veterinary care, safe shelter, training, behavior enrichment, foster and adoption services to hundreds of animals each year.
License fees are an important way the community supports our policy of not euthanizing for space and finding new homes for as many animals as possible.
License fees help support Lincoln County Animal Services in their investigations into loose pets, nuisance animals, aggressive dogs, bite reports, and reports of animal cruelty.
You can avoid potential fines. If your dog is brought to the shelter and is current on their license, then the first impound fee is waived. Failure to obtain a dog license could result in a citation with a fine of up to $265.
Microchips and ID tags
There is no such thing as too much identification when it comes to pets! Microchips and personalized ID tags can help ensure you are reunited with your lost pet. The Lincoln County Animal Shelter offers microchipping for just $20, including your registration through PetLink.
Microchipping requires an appointment. Please contact us at 541-265-0720 or at lcanimalshelter@co.lincoln.or.us to make an appointment.