Why do I need a dog license if my pet is microchipped and vaccinated?

Normally, this just means that you have paid the required taxes for a dog in the county that you live in. She should have a license tag to wear on her collar to prove that this has been done, in case she gets loose and is picked up by animal control.

In order for Wyatt to be licensed, he needs to be up to date on his rabies vaccines and proof of him being neutered. He does not need a license though to get his shots. I would make an appointment with a local vet to get his rabies vaccine along with his DHPPi vaccine (distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, parainfluenza), and get fixed as well. He will need a booster of both the rabies vaccine and DHPPi four weeks after the first in order to be fully vaccinated. Then you can get his licensed. Good luck, I hope this helps!

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Chewy. Vaccines will protect him common infectious diseases common in dogs. Many of these diseases can be fatal if the dog is exposed and not vaccinated. Some of these diseases, such as rabies, present human health threats and are required by law. Vaccines will help to keep healthy. I hope this information helps!

Getting tags for her will depend on where you live. In most municipalities a rabies vaccination is required. If you have no proof of a rabies vaccine, you will need to have a vaccination done by a veterinarian. You will need to check with your locality to find out if any other vaccinations are required for licensing. I would recommend calling the office of the city where you live to find out their requirements. You will not be able to register your dog with the AKC if that is what you mean by having "papers" for her, without proof of her parentage and their AKC registration.

That is a great question. Vaccinations and the benefits and risks should be discussed with your veterinarian. This is best because your veterinarian knows your pets medical history and whether all the vaccinations are still ok to do based on your pets immune system and current health. Another thing to take into account is your pets exposure to certain diseases. Most pets at least go outside to potty, so that scenario can expose your pet to certain diseases like leptospirosis (found in rainwater and the soil) and distemper (mimics rabies symptoms). And if your pet gets groomed periodically or goes to doggy daycamps or parks, then the Bordetella vaccination would be recommended to protect them from upper airway infections. Rabies however is the only legally required vaccination by law for pets to get. I hope that this information is helpful. Best of luck moving forward.

The codes regarding rabies vaccines can vary from place to place. You can look up local ordinances regarding frequency of vaccinations. You can also opt for having a rabies titer done instead of a vaccination. Many people decide to just get the vaccine since it is often less expensive. Ask your vet what your options are. Rabies vaccines are required by law since it is transmissible to humans and is so deadly. Titers may or may not be an option depending on the laws in your area.

This is dependent upon your area. It depends on the microchip company and relationship with the vet clinic, some registration fees are rolled into the chip, others require a fee for the vet to place the chip and a separate fee for the company to register it. It depends on your area as to if the rabies is good for 1 year or 3 years as they often have different prices. You will need a health exam and health certificate 10 days prior to flights for the your puppy to travel with you. Your vet can review the paperwork needed for him to enter that country without problems, as different areas have specific requirements which can greatly alter the price.