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Licensing and Vaccinations

VACCINATIONS
Who needs Vaccinations

In Sedgwick County, the following animals aged five (5) months or older are required to have current rabies vaccination:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Ferrets

View Sedgwick County animal vaccination requirements.

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LICENSING
Who Needs a License
  • Dogs aged five (5) months or older are required to be licensed and wear a current rabies tag.
Why Licensing Matters

Licensing helps return lost pets to their owners and ensures vaccinations are up to date.

What You Need to Apply 

Have the following information ready:

  • Your dog’s physical description
  • Your veterinarian's contact information (Clinic name and phone number) 
  • Rabies vaccination date
  • Rabies tag number (provided by the vet)
  • Microchip Number if your dog is microchipped
  • Your name, address, and phone number

Then, complete the Dog License Application Form.

Contact Animal Control at 316-660-7070 if you have any questions or need assistance completing the form.

When to License Your Dog
  • When you get a new dog
  • When your dog receives a rabies vaccination
  • When your dog license expires 
What You Will Receive

After your application is approved, you will receive:

  • A license tag for your dog
  • Documentation for your records
LICENSE FEES
License Type Fee
1-year (spayed/neutered) $12
1-year (not spayed/neutered) $22
3-year (spayed/neutered) $36
3-year (not spayed/neutered) $66
Dangerous dog (1 year) $100
Need Help?

Call (316) 660-7070 or email animalcontrol@sedgwick.gov

GET A DOG LICENSE

If you live in our service area, you can get a dog license through Sedgwick County Animal Control or your veterinarian in some cases.

If you live in other surrounding cities, contact your local Animal Control or your veterinarian for information about location-specific licensing requirements. 

Option 1: Through Animal Control

Complete the Dog License Application Form. 

If you need assistance or have questions, you can also:

Payment options:

Payments cannot be made through the online at this time. The following methods of payment are currently accepted: 

  • Debit or credit card (In person by appointment)
  • Check or money order (In person by appointment or by mail)
    • If you mail payment, please make the check or money order payable to S.C.A.C. (Sedgwick County Animal Control).

Call (316) 660-7070 to schedule an in-person appointment. 

Option 2: Through Your Veterinarian (As applicable)

Some veterinarians accept payment on behalf of Sedgwick County Animal Control. 

Other veterinarians may:

  • Submit your information to Animal Control, or
  • Give you the license to submit yourself or
  • Refer you directly to Sedgwick County Animal Control. 

    • If you receive the license, mail a copy of the provided license form and appropriate payment amount to:
      Sedgwick County Animal Control
      1015 W. Stillwell
      Wichita, KS 67213

Special Requirements for Dangerous or Vicious Dogs

Dogs that have been determined, declared, or adjudged dangerous or vicious must be licensed directly through Sedgwick County Animal Control.

These dogs cannot be licensed through a veterinarian.

You must also provide one of the following:

  • Proof of insurance that covers the animal and lists Sedgwick County Animal Control for cancellation notice, or
  • A $300,000 surety bond with the same requirement

You must submit this documentation:

  • By email, or
  • In person to an Animal Control officer or supervisor

Call (316) 660-7070 for assistance.

How to Apply For "Dangerous Dog" License
  1. Complete the Dog License Application through Animal Control.
  2. Provide ONE of the following:
    • Proof of homeowner’s, renter’s, or other insurance that:
      1. Covers the ownership of a dangerous or vicious animal
      2. Covers any acts by the animal
      3. Lists Sedgwick County Animal Control as a contact to be notified at least 10 days before cancellation; OR
    • A $300,000 surety bond that:
      1. Covers any acts by the animal
      2. Lists Sedgwick County Animal Control as a contact to be notified at least 10 days before cancellation

If the license is approved, you will also need to pay the $100 license fee and renew fees every year, as applicable. 

Contact Animal Control at 316-660-7070 if you have any questions or need assistance completing the form.