Frequently Asked Questions

Residents can have up to three dogs and up to three cats for a total of six pets per household.

City Ordinance states it is the duty of any person owning or harboring a dog and/or cat, to apply for a license on or before the first day of March of each year, 

• Within 30 days after the dog and/or cat becomes 4 months of age, or 
• Within 30 days after such person becomes a resident of the city, or 
• Within 30 days after they become the owner of a dog and/or cat. (see 6.01.120)

A standard one-year license (from March 1 to the last day in February) is $8 for a neutered or spayed dog or cat, and $11 for a non-neutered or non-spayed dog or cat. After June 1, there is a late fee of $11 added to the price.

Animal licenses can be purchased in two ways using this application:

• By check or money order (payable to City of Livonia) by mail or by drop box,
• By cash, check, or credit card, in person at the Clerk’s Office in City Hall.

• This application.
• A copy of your animal’s current rabies certificate signed by a licensed veterinarian (regardless of expiration date).
• Proof of spaying or neutering, when applicable. 
• Payment can be made in two ways.
  • In person at the Clerk’s Office in City Hall by cash, check, or credit card.
  • By mail using a check or money order payable to City of Livonia. Mail a copy of your rabies certificate with your application and payment to 33000 Civic Center Drive, Livonia, MI 48154. Please add $2 for postage. Once payment is received and processed, your animal license will be mailed to you.

• An annual license expires on the last day of February.

• Animal licenses for the upcoming license year are available February 1 of each year.