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Requirements of pet ownership

All domestic animals dogs and cats living in unincorporated Volusia County must be vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian and have a current Volusia County license tag.

The tag proves the animal has its current vaccinations and enables Volusia County Animal Control to return the animal to its rightful owner.

If you live in a city, please check with your city's animal services department for information about licensing requirements.

Volusia County's "control" law for dogs requires dogs to be under physical restraint or verbal command when outside.

If you need additional information, please check with your veterinarian. 

Pet licensing

Pursuit Volusia County Ordinance Sec. 14-43. All dogs, cats and ferrets in the unincorporated Volusia County are required to be licensed by the age of 4 months. A current rabies vaccination from a licensed veterinarian must be shown to obtain a license. The county license can be obtained at:

  • Treasury and Billing
    Historic Courthouse
    125 W New York Ave., Room 120
    Deland, FL 32720
    Office hours: 8am to 5pm
    Phone: 386-943-7085

Licenses for dogs, cats and or ferrets must be renewed every year from date of purchase or when the rabies expires, whichever comes first.    


County Pet Licensing                                                                          1-Year

3-Year

1. Sterilized and Microchipped Dog or Cat                                          $4.00

  $10.00

2.  Sterilized Dog or Cat                                                                        $8.00

  $22.00

3.  Unsterilized Dog or Cat                                                                   $16.00

  $42.00

4. Duplicate License or Change of Ownership                                    $5.00

  $ 5.00

5.  Ferret                                                                                                 $8.00

   NIA

6. Late Registration or Renewal Fee (+License Fee)                           $25.00

  $25.00

30 or more days past due renewal or original purchase

Note:  The maximum fee permitted to be charged by licensing sellers is $5.00 per license.

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