(City of Pocatello Press Release, April 15, 2026)
The City of Pocatello is reminding residents that the 2026 pet licensing season is quickly approaching, with an important change this year. All pet licenses will now be available exclusively at Pocatello Animal Services, 3100 Avenue of the Chiefs (Upper Ross Park).
All 2025 pet licenses will expire June 1, 2026, and new licenses will be available for purchase beginning May 1, 2026. Pet owners living within Pocatello city limits are required to license both cats and dogs.
Licensing fees for 2026 are as follows:
- Unaltered dogs are $25
- Altered dogs are $15
- First-time cat licenses (which include a microchip) are $22.50
- Cat license renewals are $5
To encourage early compliance, all licenses will be offered at half price throughout the month of May. Senior residents receive half off licensing fees year-round.
Pet licenses, multi-animal housing permits, livestock permits, and commercial kennel permits are due by June 1. A $5 late fee will be applied to all overdue licenses after June 30.
Licensing pets helps reunite lost animals with their families, supports local animal services, and ensures compliance with City ordinances. Residents are encouraged to license early and take advantage of the discounted rates in May.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of the City of Pocatello to offer its public programs, services, and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. If you are disabled and require an accommodation, please contact Skyler Beebe with two (2) business days’ advance notice at sbeebe@pocatello.gov; 208.234.6248; or 5815 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho. Advance notification within this guideline will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility.
