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Frequently Asked Questions

• Why do I have to license my dog/cat?
• Does my indoor cat have to be licensed?
• What is required to license my cat/dog?
• How do I have my animal microchipped?
• What if I don't want my animal microchipped?
• I am a senior, do you have a senior discount?
• Do you provide free vaccination?
• What is provided at the vaccination clinic?
• My neighbor’s dog is barking all the time, what can I do?
• I have feral cats in my neighborhood and they are defecating on my lawn
• There is a dead cat on the road
• There is a dead racoon/deer on the road
• I would like to report a welfare check on an animal
• There is a loose dog running around
• My neighbor’s dog is constantly pooping on my front yard
• I lost my cat/dog

About Animal Services

Elk Grove Animal Services is committed to providing exceptional service to all of our community members: canine, feline, human and more! We are here to ensure that all animals within our community are treated humanely by way of a variety of services and programs.

As our shelter grows, so will our programs. This is an exciting time for our animal-loving community in Elk Grove and we hope you’ll join us in our mission!

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