TREES. THE PROJECT IS EXPECTED TO WRAP UP IN NOVEMBER. THE AMES ANIMAL SHELTER IS ASKING FOR INPUT ON A PROPOSED PET LICENSING PROGRAM. AN ONLINE SURVEY IS NOW OPEN THROUGH FEBRUARY 27TH. OFFICIALS SAY FEEDBACK WILL HELP SHAPE A PLAN THAT WOULD REQUIRE ANIMAL REGISTRATION, ANNUAL REGISTRATION FOR DOGS AND CATS. UNDER THE PROPOSAL, LICENSES WOULD COST $12 A YEAR FOR SPAYED OR NEUTERED PETS AND $24 FOR UNFIXE
Ames considers pet licensing program to aid animal shelters
Updated: 10:44 PM CST Feb 9, 2026
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City officials in Ames are considering a new licensing program for dogs and cats. The city does not currently have a pet licensing fee, but says the benefits would include being able to reunite lost pets with owners faster and support for local animal shelters and animal control services.Each license would cost $12 per year for spayed or neutered pets and $24 per year for pets that are not fixed. The Ames Animal Shelter is currently seeking input on the proposal, which require annual registration for dogs and cats, including owner information, vaccination records, and an identification number for use by the animal shelter. Weigh in by taking an online survey here. » Subscribe to KCCI’s YouTube page» Download the free KCCI app to get updates on the go: Apple | Google Play
City officials in Ames are considering a new licensing program for dogs and cats.
The city does not currently have a pet licensing fee, but says the benefits would include being able to reunite lost pets with owners faster and support for local animal shelters and animal control services.
Each license would cost $12 per year for spayed or neutered pets and $24 per year for pets that are not fixed.
The Ames Animal Shelter is currently seeking input on the proposal, which require annual registration for dogs and cats, including owner information, vaccination records, and an identification number for use by the animal shelter. Weigh in by taking an online survey here.
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