Dog license applications are now being accepted at both City Clerk Satellite facilities. Licensing dogs provides the very real benefit of helping to assist public health. All licensed dogs must have proof of rabies inoculation.

Legislation was recently passed by the Chicago City Council which amends the pricing and violation notice schedule for the licensing of dogs. Beginning on January 11, 2007, the following price schedule will be in effect:

      • Male or Female Dog, unneutered (i.e., unspayed or uncastrated) - $50.00;
      • Male or Female Dog, neutered (i.e., spayed or castrated) - $5.00;

If you are 65 years of age or older (with proof of age being a driver's license, state ID, birth certificate, senior reduced fare card, etc.), you are entitled to a senior discount and the following price schedule will be in effect:

      • Male or Female Dog, unneutered - $5.00
      • Male or Female Dog, neutered - $2.50

Unsterilized dog fees are higher because thousands of dogs are euthanized annually
or suffer as strays because of unwanted, unplanned litters that could have been prevented by spaying or neutering. One unspayed female and her offspring can produce 67,000 puppies in just six years. Also, sterilized dogs are healthier and have fewer medical problems. In addition, spaying and neutering can make pets less likely
to run away or fight with other animals. Other pets (cats, birds, snakes, etc.) are not subject to city licensing. Call 312-744-DOGS to have an application mailed to you.