New Meadows, Idaho

5-3-2 Dog Licensing Requirements

A. License Required; Exemptions: It shall be unlawful for any person to own, harbor, keep or possess a dog within the City without first procuring a license therefor, as provided by this section; provided, however, that the provisions of this section shall not apply to any person visiting in the City for a period not exceeding thirty (30) days and owning or possessing an animal, if such animal is:

1. Currently licensed and bearing the license issued by another municipality.
2. If such person is a permanent resident where no such license is required.
3. New residents of the City shall license animals in their possession within thirty (30) days of establishing residency.

B. Application For License; License Fees:

1. All dogs over six (6) months old shall be licensed. The owner or person having charge of any dog within the City limits shall make application to the City Clerk-Treasurer and pay a license fee as established by resolution of the City. At the time of application, evidence must be provided of proof of spaying or neutering from a licensed and qualified veterinarian. Senior citizens will receive licenses for their spayed or neutered dog for a reduced fee as established by resolution of the City. Licensing fees shall be waived for any guide dog that has been properly trained for the purpose of and is used to guide a blind or partially blind person, a person with impaired hearing, or any other severely disabled person who requires a guide dog.