Santa Fe Animal Shelter

Why License?

In accordance with state and local laws, pet licenses are mandatory in the areas that Santa Fe Animal Shelter serves. In fact, licenses are mandatory in nearly every community across North America. Why? Because licenses help keep pets and the communities they live in safe. DocuPet was brought on board to simplify and improve pet licensing to benefit not only pet owners like you, but the entire community. DocuPet makes it easy for Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society to deliver a successful pet licensing program with a streamlined software and management solution that makes licensing a breeze for pet owners and administrators alike.

Check out the ways you can license your pet below and feel good knowing that 100% of licensing revenue funds are given to the Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society to support important animal welfare initiatives helping to improve your community.

What will you need?

Licensing your pet will require specific information and proof. Having these items at the ready allows for the fastest experience. You have the option to upload a document as a saved or scanned file, or you may take a photo directly from your device on our upload page.

Payment

We securely process payment online and accept all major credit and debit cards as forms of payment.

Documents

Spay/Neuter proof example

Spay/neuter certificate

This document is required to qualify for the discounted rate and is only needed once and will be saved to your pet’s profile upon upload for future renewals. This proof declaring that your pet has been spayed or neutered may be in the form of a statement or receipt from the veterinarian, shelter, or clinic that performed the procedure.

Rabies proof example

Rabies vaccination proof

This document may be in the form of a Rabies Vaccination Certificate that has been signed by a veterinarian or certified professional. It is the law that pets must be up-to-date on their rabies vaccinations, so new documents will need to be uploaded to your pets profile as they receive their booster shots.

How to License

  • Online
  • In-person
  • Mail
  • Phone

The fastest and easiest way to license or renew is right here. You’ll create a profile for your pet, upload any necessary documents, process your license registration, and receive purchase confirmations via email. Payment can be made using a credit card or Visa/Mastercard debit card. Each year, you just need to log in to your existing account and renew - it’s super easy!

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My pet has a license, but it has expired or will very soon.

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License a pet for the first time

I've never licensed a pet with Santa Fe Animal Shelter before.

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In person licensing is available at the following location(s) however it’s important to know you will still receive your tag in the mail:

Don’t forget to check hours of operation, appointment policies, and accepted payment methods prior to heading out.

Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society
100 Caja Del Rio Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507

Clare Eddy Thaw Animal Hospital
100 Caja Del Rio Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507

The Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic
2570 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507

If you opt to license via snail mail - keep in mind processing your registration will take a lot longer!

Make sure you complete the below form in full and that it is free of any errors otherwise your registration may not be successfully processed. The fine print is there for a reason so keep an eye out for accepted payment methods, who the check should be made out to, where it should be mailed, and any required supporting documentation.

Pet license form

Download Application Form

If you’re having trouble licensing online and need to get your registration processed in a hurry, you can contact our customer care team and they may be able to process your pet license over the phone. Note that you must have up to date spay/neuter or rabies documents on file and we can only accept credit cards and Visa/Mastercard debit as payment.

DocuPet Customer Care: 1-877-239-6072
Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday (excluding holidays) from 7:00am-7:00pm MT

Santa Fe Animal Shelter

Select your community

Santa Fe Animal Shelter is contracted to issue licenses in the following communities

City of Santa Fe

Santa Fe County

City of Santa Fe Details & Fees

Pet licenses are required for all dogs and cats living in the City of Santa Fe. Licenses are available for 1, 2 or 3 year terms and must be renewed prior to the expiration date. You will receive reminders from us about upcoming license expirations via mail, phone, and email.

Animal Licenses 1 Year Fee 2 Year Fee 3 Year Fee
Spayed/Neutered $10.00 $20.00 $30.00
Intact $50.00 $100.00 $150.00
Service Animal Licenses Fee
Service Animal $0.00
Spayed/Neutered Dog
1 Year Fee $10.00
2 Year Fee $20.00
3 Year Fee $30.00
Intact Dog
1 Year Fee $50.00
2 Year Fee $100.00
3 Year Fee $150.00
Service Animal
Service Animal Fee $0.00

A replacement/duplicate City of Santa Fe tag is available for a $3 fee.

A valid rabies certificate is required to complete the licensing process. You must upload or present your certificates at time of purchase.
Note that no pet is exempt from the rabies requirement.

A spay/neuter certificate is required to qualify for the discounted rate.

When licensing a Certified Guide or Assistance Dog for the first time, licensing must be done in person. Future renewals may be done online once the status is verified.

Santa Fe County Details & Fees

Pet licenses are required for all dogs living in Santa Fe County. Licenses are available for 1 year terms and must be renewed prior to the expiration date. You will receive reminders from us about upcoming license expirations via mail, phone, and email.

Dog Licenses 1 Year Fee
Spayed/Neutered $10.00
Intact $25.00
Service Animal Licenses Fee
Service Animal $0.00
Spayed/Neutered Dog
1 Year Fee $10.00
Intact Dog
1 Year Fee $25.00
Service Animal
Service Animal Fee $0.00

A replacement/duplicate Santa Fe County tag is available for a $5 fee.

A valid rabies certificate is required to complete the licensing process. You must upload or present your certificates at time of purchase.
Note that no pet is exempt from the rabies requirement.

A spay/neuter certificate is required to qualify for the discounted rate.

When licensing a Certified Guide or Assistance Dog for the first time, licensing must be done in person. Future renewals may be done online once the status is verified.

Frequently Asked Questions

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PROGRAM AND PARTNERSHIP

You may have entered your address incorrectly or we may not have your address in the address database for your community. Please double-check all spelling and ensure you are using the abbreviated form for your street type ex. St instead of Street. You may contact SFAS directly if you believe you reside within their jurisdiction but your address is not being accepted by the system.

DocuPet has a Help Center that houses many helpful articles about the DocuPet system, communications, and other information that is not specific to your licensing jurisdiction. Visit here.

HELP DESK

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LICENSING OPTIONS, DATES, AND LOCATIONS

You may license in person at Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society located at 100 Caja del Rio Rd Santa Fe NM 87507.

Temporary licenses expire after 60 days. To convert a temporary license into a full license you must provide new proof of rabies expiration prior to the temporary license expiration date. With the provision of a rabies expiration date in the future, your pet's license will be extended to the full term originally selected.

In-person licensing is available at the following locations. Proof of rabies certification must be provided (and spay/neuter if applicable).
Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society, 100 Caja Del Rio Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Clare Eddy Thaw Animal Hospital, 100 Caja Del Rio Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
The Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic, 2570 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507

Temporary licenses expire after 60 days. To convert a temporary license into a full license you must provide new proof of rabies expiration prior to the temporary license expiration date. With the provision of a rabies expiration date in the future, your pet's license will be extended to the full term originally selected.

Licenses are required to be renewed prior to the expiration date depending on the length of the license term you purchased.

Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society provides licensing services for the following areas: City of Santa Fe, Santa Fe County

Licenses expire based on the number of years selected after the license start date. If you renew prior to the upcoming expiration date, your pet's new license will start the day after expiration, not on the date of purchase. Rabies must be valid during the time of renewal.

Please visit SFAS in person if you are qualifying for this rate for the first time. They are located at Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society, 100 Caja Del Rio Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507. Once the team there verifies your designation you will be able to renew online in future years.

Please ensure you have all the required documentation in order to licence your pet. If you have all the records you need to proceed you can license your pet online, or in person at Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society located at 100 Caja del Rio Rd Santa Fe NM 87507.
If this is your first time licensing a pet in the City of Santa Fe or Santa Fe County, click here to learn more.
If you already have an account with us or have ever licensed a pet with Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society click here to learn more.

Licenses expire at the end of the license term selected. However, a license is considered invalid if a pet's rabies vaccination is expired. You must provide new proof of rabies expiration in order to ensure your pet's license is considered valid for the entire term.

No refunds are provided on licenses purchased regardless of circumstances.

You may renew your pet's license within 60 days of your pet's current license expiration date. If you renew prior to the upcoming expiration date, your pet's new license will start the day after expiration, not on the date of purchase.

SFAS provides licensing services for the following areas: City of Santa Fe and Santa Fe County. 

PROGRAM AND PARTNERSHIP

You may have entered your address incorrectly or we may not have your address in the address database for your community. Please double-check all spelling and ensure you are using the abbreviated form for your street type ex. St instead of Street. You may contact Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society directly if you believe you reside within their jurisdiction but your address is not being accepted by the system.

FEES AND FINES

For all online orders a processing fee is applied on license purchases at a rate of 2.65% on eligible license/late fee products plus $0.25 per transaction.

Please visit Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society in person if you are qualifying for this rate for the first time. Once the team there verifies your designation you will be able to renew online in future years.

For all online orders, a processing fee is applied on license purchases at a rate of 2.65% + $0.25 per transaction.

No, there is no discount for licensing multiple pets. Each pet will be charged the appropriate licensing fee.

Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society does not offer any special rates for veterans. Please call 505-983-4309 x1606 or email licensing@sfhumanesociety.org directly to discuss.

There are no senior rates to license your pet.

If your community requires proof of spay/neuter for your pet in order to receive a discounted licensing rate, you will need to upload the appropriate documentation stating that your pet has been spayed/neutered to your online account. Once the documentation has been approved by Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society, you will be eligible to receive the new discounted rate. Otherwise, you can visit Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society in person at 100 Caja del Rio Rd Santa Fe NM 87507 and show proof of spay/neuter there.

Visit this page for licensing options and fees: Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society Licensing Fees

For all online orders a processing fee is applied on license purchases at a rate of $1.50.

ACCOUNT UPDATES

If you are moving, please be sure to update your address by logging into your online account and navigating to your Profile Settings page. Even though you are moving, you’ll still be able to keep your pet's tag and access your pet's online account. However, your current license may not be valid in the new community you are moving to. Please get in touch with the pet licensing provider in the new community you are moving to in order to find out more information.

CITY INFORMATION AND CITY ORDINANCES

Please get in touch with Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society at 505-983-4309 x1606.

Please get in touch with SFAS at 505.983.4309

Dogs are required to be licensed in the City of Santa Fe and Santa Fe County. Cats are also required to be licensed if you reside in the City of Santa Fe.

Visit this page for information on licensing ordinances/bylaws: https://sfhumanesociety.org/our-programs/licensing/

You are allowed for a maximum of 10 dogs per dwelling.

DOCUMENT SUBMISSION

A rabies proof is required to prove that your pet has been vaccinated against rabies. A rabies proof identifying your pet as spayed/neutered or a spay/neuter proof may be accepted as documentation of sterilization.

If you can’t locate the document you received after the procedure was done, you will need to contact your vet to obtain your pet's records. Be sure to specify any and all pets you require documentation for.
Once you’ve got the paperwork in your hands, take a look to ensure:

  • The document provided is the right type of proof required.
  • Pet and pet owner account data matches your own.
  • The document is clear and legible.

Documentation uploaded via the online system is typically reviewed within two to three business days.

A valid rabies proof is required to purchase a pet license. A 60 day temporary license may be issued if you do not have rabies proof at the time of licensing. Proof of spay/neuter is required to receive the discounted altered rates.

To license your pet, you will be required to show proof that the pet's rabies vaccination is current. Documentation is also required to verify that a pet has been spayed or neutered and must be provided in order to receive the discounted rate. Requiring documentation ensures that provided pet information is accurate, which is critical for identification and safety reasons.

To license your pet, you will be required to show proof that the pet's rabies vaccination is current. Documentation is also required to verify that a pet has been spayed or neutered and must be provided in order to receive the discounted rate. Requiring documentation ensures that provided pet information is accurate, which is critical for identification and safety reasons.