The City Clerk issues dog licenses.  A license is required for any dog that is at least 5 months old by July of each year.  Proof of rabies vaccination is required to license the dog. The license is good until the end of the calendar year it was issued in.

LICENSE FEES:
CLARK COUNTY – NEUTERED OR SPAYED $3.00/ OTHERS $8.00
MARATHON COUNTY – NEUTERED OR SPAYED $5.00/OTHERS $10.00

The city does not allow American pit bulls terrier breed, Staffordshire bull terrier breed, American Staffordshire terrier breed, or any dog which has the appearance and characteristics of being predominantly of these breeds.

Per ordinance 7-1-18, Limitation on Number of Dogs, no more than TWO dogs may be kept in one household, except a litter of offspring from one female dog may be kept for not more than sixteen weeks from birth or when a kennel license has been issued. To apply for a kennel license, you must fill out a Conditional Use Permit application and pay the application fee of $250.00. The City Planning committee will meet to approve or deny your application.

For more information please read the City Ordinance, Chapter 7-Licensing (located under the government tab) or please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (715) 223-4435.