Unincorporated Sarpy County Licensing Information

You may license your pet online, by mail, at participating vet clinics, or in person at the Nebraska Humane Society.

Please Note: License fees are a non-refundable city fee. A $5 processing fee will be charged on all licensing transactions (including in-person payments made at NHS).

How do I know if I live in Unincorporated Sarpy County?

If you live in Sarpy County but outside of the defined city limits of your town, your address MAY fit the category of unincorporated. We know it can be confusing, so if you have questions, email or call us with your name and address and we'll be happy to help!

What animals are required to be licensed in Unincorporated Sarpy County?

Dogs 

Number of Animals Allowed:

4 dogs and no limit on cats

At what age do pets need to be licensed?

All dogs 4 months of age and older are required to be licensed.

Time period you may have a pet to be considered an owner:

10 days

When must New Residents license their pets?

All new residents must license their dogs within 30 days of moving to Unincorporated Sarpy County.

What vaccinations are required for licensing?

Veterinary proof of current rabies vaccination is required to license  

Please note: Owners may pay the licensing fee prior to obtaining a current rabies vaccination for their pet. However, the actual license tag (if a new pet) or validation letter will not be given to the owner until proof of current rabies vaccination is received. Owners have 30 days after paying the license fee to vaccinate their pet and provide appropriate rabies documentation to NHS or the late fee will apply.

When are annual pet licensing fees due?

Pet licenses are due January 1 and are delinquent after March 15 of each year.

How much does it cost to license my pet?

*Veterinary proof of spay/neuter is required to license at the lower rate.

How much does it cost to license my Service Animal?

Service animals may be licensed at no charge.

Is there a Senior Citizen discount?

Yes, pet owners age 65 or older may license their altered pets at no charge. Proof of senior status will be required to license at the senior rate. Although the senior license is offered free of charge, pets must be licensed every year.

Is my pet required to wear a license tag?

Yes, all dogs are required to wear a license tag.

What do I do if my pet has lost his license tag?

The cost of a replacement tag is $6. You may request a replacement tag by coming in to the shelter, or you may send your personal information, your pet’s name and the replacement fee to:

NHS Replacement Tag
8929 Fort Street
Omaha, NE  68134

Will I be charged a penalty if I do not license my pet by the March 15th deadline?

• Late license payments made after March 15th are $20 for unaltered pets and $10 for altered pets. ($5 processing fee in addition to the late licensing fee must also be included).

Please note: If your pet is not yet 4 months of age by the March 15th deadline, if you acquire a pet after the deadline or if you move to Unincorporated Sarpy County after the deadline, you will not be charged a late fee for the current year. Regular license fees will apply.

Is my license transferable?

License fees may not be transferred between owners or current pets. However, if a licensed pet passes away and you acquire a new pet during that same licensing year, you may transfer the license to the new pet.

If you have additional questions regarding pet licensing, please contact licensing@nehumanesociety.org or call (402) 444-6716.