Dog & Cat Licenses

Pet licensing is required for all dogs and cats over 5 months old in Greenfield. Licensing is an important part of responsible ownership. Licensed pets have been vaccinated for rabies, which protects residents and other animals.


Please note: Any resident possessing more than 2 pets would need to contact the Health Department to apply for a Fanciers Permit. The Health Department can be reached at 414-329-5275.


Pet licenses will be issued by the City of Greenfield beginning in January of each calendar year. 
 
Fee schedule as follows:
 
Renewal:

  • Altered Pet (spayed or neutered) prior to April 1st- $12
  • Unaltered Pet prior to April 1st - $24

Late Renewal:

  • Altered Pet (spayed or neutered) starting April 1st - $18
  • Unaltered Pet starting April 1st - $36

Puppies/Kittens - special fees for new family members:

  • 5 months old AFTER July 1st and altered - $6
  • 5 months old AFTER July 1st and unaltered - $12

In order to license your pet through the City of Greenfield, you will need:

  • Postcard renewal form received from MADACC (Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission) OR a completed pet license application. Applications are also available in the Finance Office.
  • Vaccination record to show up-to-date rabies information and spay/neuter status.
  • Payment in the form of cash, check (made payable to City of Greenfield) or credit card (additional convenience charges do apply.)

There are several options for obtaining a pet license through the City of Greenfield:

  • In person at City Hall: 7325 W Forest Home Avenue, Treasurer’s Office in Room 103.
  • By mail to City of Greenfield at: PO Box 20739, Greenfield, WI 53220-0739.
  • Drop box on south-side of City Hall building.

Additional ways to obtain a pet license:

  • Some veterinarians' offices license pets. You can check with yours to see if it offers this service.
  • In person at or online through MADACC.  MADACC's address is 3839 W. Burnham St. in West Milwaukee.