Requirements
All dogs over six months of age that reside in unincorporated Adams County are required to have a dog license. A current rabies vaccination certificate is required, as well as a certificate of spay or neuter if applicable. The license will be valid for one year. A dog license is free if the dog is spayed or neutered and current on rabies vacccination. The cost for an unspayed or unneutered dog is $25.

You may apply for a license in person at the Adams County Animal Shelter. The hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For additional information, contact the Adams County Animal Shelter at 303.288.3294.

Related Resources

• Exhibit A - Dog Control and Licensing Regulations
• Exhibit B - Colorado Revised Statute 18-9-204.5: Unlawful Ownership of Dangerous Dog
• Exhibit C - Mail-In Fine Schedule For Violations not Involving Bodily Injury
• Dog License Application