Licensing your Pet

Far too many animals are never reunited with their owners when they get lost. Licensing your pet is a way to give your pet a better chance of getting home.

• Dog and cat licenses are due June 30 of each year.
• All dogs and cats in Kenton County are subject to licensing.
• Proof of current rabies vaccine is required to obtain a license.

Please download the license form (PDF). Complete form, print it and send it with your check payment to:
Kenton County Animal Shelter
1020 Mary Laidley Drive
Covington, KY 41017

A Kenton County Pet license can also be obtained Kenton County Building Fiscal Court Building:
303 Court Street
Covington, KY 41011
Phone: 859-392-1420

Renewals

You may renew your licenses at the animal shelter or at the Kenton County Fiscal Court Office.

Fees