Breeder Permits

Why Breeder Permits Matter 

To help keep our furry or fuzzy friends safe and healthy, our community has a breeder permit system in place. Here’s how it works – and why it’s important:

Breeder Permit Tag – For Responsible Breeding

If you plan to breed animals, you must register and apply for a breeder permit through Animal Control. Once approved, you’ll receive a metal breeder permit tag with its own ID number (matching your permit) – and it’s a different color than regular license tags.

• Each breeder permit is valid for one year and applies to just one animal.
• Breeders must also get a business tax receipt from the city to operate legally.

Why this is important:

• Encourages responsible breeding and helps reduce pet overpopulation.
• Ensures that breeding animals are healthy and well-cared for.
• Helps track and regulate local breeding to prevent animal cruelty or neglect.