License Requirements

Licensing Ordinance

All dogs, cats, and ferrets 3 months of age and older must be licensed with Henderson within 30 days after turning 3 months old or within 30 days of being in the city.

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Due Date

Payment for your license is due within 30 days of the expiration of your current license. If you are licensing for the first time, you must purchase a license within 30 days of obtaining a pet over the age of 3 months or within 30 days of moving into Henderson.

License Term

Licenses are valid for 1, 2, or 3 years from the date of purchase, but cannot exceed the expiration of the rabies vaccination.