What are the laws for dog licensing in Redondo Beach?

• The laws for dog licensing are defined by the Redondo Beach Municipal Code
  • See sections 5-1.105, 5-1.107, and 5-1.109.
• Dogs over the age of four months:
  • Must be licensed within 30 days of taking residence in the City or becoming the owner or custodian of the dog
  • Must be licensed annually
  • Must wear the metal license tags on the caller to be readily visible
  • Must have a current rabies vaccine

What does a dog license cost?

Click here to jump to the Financial Services Department pet licensing page for the current license fees. http://www.redondo.org/depts/financial/animal_licenses.asp

What is the purpose of animal licensing? 

• Licensing protects your pet.
• Licensing is an important means of identification
  • If your pet is lost, Animal Services can cross reference the Redondo Beach licensing tag number to reunite you and your pet quicker
• Licensing requires rabies vaccination.
  • A current rabies vaccinations reduces your pet’s likelihood of contracting rabies through urban wildlife and non-vaccinated domestic animals.
• Licensing is required by City law and failure to license may result in fines, penalties or citations.

What do I need to obtain a license for my dog in Redondo Beach?

• Complete a Redondo Beach Dog License Application form.
• Provide proof of current rabies vaccination.
• Provide proof of spay or neutering if claiming this fee reduction (for first time license)
• Provide government photo identification with your age if claiming reduced rates for seniors.
• Pay the fees for the license.

How do I obtain a license for my dog in Redondo Beach?

• Obtain an application form and information from the Redondo Beach Financial Services Department
  • At the Financial Services website at http://www.redondo.org/depts/financial/animal_licenses.asp
  • By clicking here for a Redondo Beach Dog License Application form
  • By visiting their office at the Redondo Beach City Hall
• Complete the dog license application
  • Click here to download the pet license application. http://www.redondo.org/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=1610
• Obtain a current rabies vaccination for your dog.
• Obtain the proof of the rabies vaccination (certificate)
• Provide a certificate of proof of spay or neutering if claiming this fee reduction (for first time license)
• Determine the fees for the license
• Submit your documents and fees in-person or by mail:
• In-Person at:
  • Redondo Beach City Hall, 415 Diamond Street, Door C, Redondo Beach CA 90277
  • Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • The Financial Services Department and Animal Services Unit are closed on alternate Fridays.
  • Please jump to http://www.redondo.org/cals/default.asp for a calendar with City Hall closures. 
  • Payment must be made at the Financial Services Cashier at City Hall Door E
• By Mail
  • Send copies of your documents and a check or money order made to the City of Redondo Beach at:

City of Redondo Beach
Financial Services Department
Attn: Dog Licensing
P.O. Box 270
Redondo Beach CA 90277

• Send only copies of your rabies certificate and/or sterility certificate ; do not send originals.  Originals will not be returned to you.

How do I obtain a replacement dog license tag if I lose the tag issued to my dog?

• Go to the Redondo Beach City Hall at 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 at Door C
• Contact the Financial Services licensing unit and pay one dollar for a replacement tag.
• You may request a license by mail, but you must make arrangements to pay the one dollar fee for the replacement tag.

Last Updated 07/11/11