Dog Permits & Pound Fines

WHY DO I NEED A DOG PERMIT IN THE CITY LIMITS OF FAYETTE? 

SECTION 205.100: LICENSE FOR DOGS, ISSUANCE, ANNUAL FEE, VACCINATION 
It shall be unlawful for any person to own, keep, harbor, or have custody of any dog over the age of six (6) months within the City limits unless that dog is licensed and said licensed is affixed to a collar such that the licensed is constantly displayed on the dog. Licenses are to be obtained by presenting proof of vaccination at City Hall and applying appropriate fees, or by presenting the animal to the local veterinarian who participates in the issuing of license for the City of Fayette, Missouri.

HOW MUCH IS A DOG TAG?
City Dog Tags are $5.00 for neutered dogs and $7.50 for non-neutered dogs per year. Please bring a copy of your dog’s rabies vaccination.

DOG POUND FINES

WHAT IF MY DOG GETS PICKED UP AND TAKEN TO THE POUND?

$40.00 First offense

$60.00 Second offense

$100.00 Third and subsequent offenses

An additional $10.00 charge per day for boarding & proof of rabies vaccination is required

Dog Permits and Dog Pound Fines can be handled at City Hall 117 South Main Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

City of Fayette Dog Pound

Pet Adoption And Welfare Service