| Rabies Vaccinations |
All dogs, cats and ferrets within the unincorporated area of Clark County are required to be vaccinated for rabies.
Dogs and cats over one year of age receive a vaccination which is good for 3 years after the date administered. Dogs and cats under one year of age receive a vaccination which is good for one year from the date administered.
Ferret: Vaccinations expire one year after the date administered. |
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| Animal License |
Clark County no longer issues, or requires, animal licenses. All dogs, cats, and ferrets within the unincorporated area of Clark County are required to have one of the following forms of identification.
Microchip Device, Current Owner Identification Tag, or Rabies Tag.
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| Breeding Cats and Dogs |
Anyone who breeds pets for sale in our county is required to have a pet fancier’s permit . Permit holders are required to limit the number of pets kept on premises and to have microchip identification devices implanted on adult cats (8 months or older) and dogs (one year old or more). Permit holders also need to include their permit number in advertisements offering dogs or cats for sale.
See Clark County Animal Control Ordinances for more information.
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| How many pets can I have |
Clark County code allows you to keep up to three dogs and three cats on your property.
If you have more than three cats and three dogs, you must have a pet fancier’s permit . A pet fancier’s permit costs $25 and needs to be renewed annually.
See Clark County Animal Control Ordinances for more information.
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| Number of pets |
No more than three dogs, and three cats (over the age of three months) are allowed at one residence without a Pet Fanciers Permit. |
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| Pet Fanciers Permit |
Contact Clark County Animal Control at 455-7710 to set up an appointment to apply for a pet fancier’s permit for cats or dogs, and to schedule an inspection of your property. The permits cost $25 each and must be renewed annually. A condition of the permit is to allow a scheduled inspection of your property each year by an Animal Control regulation officer. The permits limit the number of unsterillized animals you can keep on your property to six adult dogs, age 1 or more, and 12 cats, eight months or older. Unsterillized adult dogs and cats also are required to have microchip identification implants, with microchip numbers registered with Clark County Animal Control. Holders of a pet fancier’s permit also are required to display their permit number in advertisements offering their cats and dogs for sale, and on sales receipts to buyers. Retailers and pet dealers are regulated under other animal control codes.
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| Pet Dog Fancier Permit |
The Pet Dog Fancier Permit allows any residence to have up to six dogs, over 12 months of age, provided that any dog which is not spayed or neutered is currently engaged in dog shows, or field trials. |
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| Pet Cat Fancier Permit |
The Pet Cat Fancier Permit allows any residence to have up to 12 cats over eight months of age, provided that any cat which is not spayed or neutered is currently engaged in cat shows. |
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| Pet Sterilization |
Clark County is dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership including the sterilization of pets. Clark County’s efforts to address the pet over population problem are geared towards identifying irresponsible dog and cat owners. In 2005 Clark County enacted an ordinance requiring the owners of all dogs and cats that were found in violation of County Code to obtain a fanciers permit for their unsterilized pet. The Pet Dog Fanciers and the Pet Cat Fanciers Permit requires that the pet be sterilized if it is not actively participating in dog or cat shows.
Thousands of unwanted dogs, cats and other animals are euthanized every year in Southern Nevada. A major cause of the problem is uncontrolled breeding. To limit the number of unwanted pets, please spay and neuter your pets. |
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| Noise Annoyance |
Owners must ensure that their animals do not become a habitual noise annoyance. Clark County Animal Control encourages residents to seek a cooperative solution prior to requesting animal control assistance in resolving a noise complaint. Frequently the owner of the animal is unaware that the animal is disturbing you. Contacting the owner can oftentimes resolve the problem without developing neighborhood animosity. If you choose to place a request for service for a noisy animal, you should be aware that you are an important part of the solution. In the event the officer observes a violation and a citation is issued, your name will appear on the citation and you will be asked to testify in court to the habitual nature of the noise. If after three complaint visits a noise violation is not observed by the Officer, the complainant must complete a formal criminal complaint packet for the District Attorney's office to review for possible prosecution. In most cases, the District Attorney's Office will send a written notice of violation to the animal owner, advising that continued violation may result in criminal prosecution. |
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| Restraint |
All pets must be restrained to the property of the owner, however, unsterilized animals have additional requirements to insure that the animal does not stray. |
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| Cruelty |
Cruelty or torture means any act causing unjustifiable physical pain, suffering or death to an animal. All animals must be provided shelter and water at all times. |
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| Animal Bites |
All warm blooded animals involved in a bite to a human being must be quarantined for ten days to insure they are free from rabies. |
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| Sanitation |
Living areas for animals must be kept clean and free from offensive odors, animal waste, or any other offensive or unwholesome conditions. |
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| Animal Adoption |
Animals impounded by Clark County are transported to The Lied Animal Shelter located at 655 North Mojave. If you would like more information regarding adoptable animals please use the following link.
The Animal Foundation |
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| Stray Cats |
Stray cats can cause a great deal of property damage, as well as spreading feline related diseases to house cats. In an effort to control these animals, Clark County Animal Control offers humane animal traps to the residents of our service area. The trap is loaned for a two week period for a $60 refundable deposit. If you would like a trap, please call our office and request one. |