Categories: PETS

2025 Pet Registration Forms due by Dec. 31

The City of Evanston reminds dog and cat owners to submit their 2025 Pet Registrations by December 31, 2024.

Pet registration forms will be mailed out on October 31, 2024. Residents can conveniently renew their pet license online, mail in their renewal form using the provided envelope, or turn in their form at the City Collector’s Office, Room 1300 located at the Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave., Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. To receive a pet license, the application form must have a current Rabies Tag Number.

For those who do not have current rabies vaccination certificates on file with the city or those pet owners who did not receive a form in the mail, application forms are available online.

First-time applicants can simultaneously apply and pay for their 2025 pet license online. Residents must be able to upload a scanned copy or an image of their pet’s current rabies vaccination certificate to complete the online application.

By City Ordinance, all dogs and cats four months of age or older are required to have pet licenses. The annual cost is $10 if the pet is neutered or spayed, and $15 not neutered or spayed.

The biggest benefit of registering a pet with the City of Evanston is the increased chance of pet owners being reunited with their dog or cat, should it become lost. Applying for the license also serves as a reminder to renew a pet’s annual rabies vaccination, which could save its life. Additionally, pet owners must provide proof of a pet license from the city where they reside in order to purchase a dog beach pass.

For more information, visit cityofevanston.org/pet or call/text 847-448-4311. For convenience, residents may simply dial 3-1-1 in Evanston.