First Ever FREE Dog License Promotion
Free dog licensing promotion: June 1 through June 13.
First-Ever Free Dog License Promotion
For the first time, Washoe County Regional Animal Services is offering free 1-year dog licenses to help get more current identification tags on dogs before the Fourth of July, our busiest time of year for lost pets.
Promotion Details
- First-ever WCRAS free license promotion
- Free 1-year dog licenses for eligible dogs
- Late fees waived during the promotion
- In-person only at Animal Services
- Proof of current rabies vaccination required
Help your dog get home faster: A current license tag helps Animal Services identify your dog and contact you if your pet becomes lost. Free licenses must be completed in person at Animal Services during regular licensing hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Please bring proof of your dog’s current rabies vaccination. Your dog does not need to be present.
Who Qualifies
Dogs qualify if they have never been licensed, have an expired license, or are eligible for renewal within 30 days.
Where to Go
Washoe County Regional Animal Services
2825 Longley Lane, Suite A
Reno, NV 89502
Licensing hours:
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Questions?
Call: 775-353-8900
Bring proof of current rabies vaccination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dog owners are eligible if their dog has never been licensed, has an expired license, or is currently eligible for license renewal within 30 days.
The promotion runs from June 1 through June 13.
Yes. To receive the free 1-year license, you must visit Washoe County Regional Animal Services in person during the promotional period and regular licensing hours.
No. This promotion is only available for in-person licensing.
Please bring proof of your dog’s current rabies vaccination. If your dog has been licensed before, bringing previous license information can also be helpful.
No. Your dog does not need to be present to receive the license.
Expired licenses are eligible for this promotion, and late fees will be waived during the promotional period.
Dogs that have never been licensed are eligible for a free 1-year dog license during this promotion, even if they have lived with you for years.
A current rabies vaccination is required to receive a dog license. If your dog’s rabies vaccination is expired, you will need to update the vaccination before licensing.
Yes. All late fees will be waived during the promotion.
This promotion is for dog licensing only.
The Fourth of July is WCRAS’ busiest time of year for lost pets. Fireworks, visitors, open gates, and holiday activity can cause pets to become frightened and separated from their families. The goal of this first-time promotion is to get more current ID tags on dogs before the holiday so Animal Services can quickly identify lost dogs and contact their owners.
Visit Animal Services
Location
Washoe County Regional Animal Services
2825 Longley Lane, Suite A
Reno, NV 89502
Contact
Phone: 775-353-8900
Promotion Dates: June 1 – June 13
Licensing Hours:
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Reminder: Please bring proof of current rabies vaccination.
This first-time promotion applies to eligible 1-year dog licenses only. Licensing must be completed in person during the promotional period. The goal is to help more dogs have current identification before the Fourth of July holiday, WCRAS’ busiest time of year for lost pets.