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Palm Coast, Florida Guide to Pet Licensing Requirements and Fees as of December 2025

Palm Coast pet owners—if you’ve wondered whether your dog or cat needs to be registered with the city, this guide explains everything clearly. In early December 2025, the Palm Coast City Council approved its first pet licensing fee update since 2008, adjusting costs to better support animal services and strengthen community safety.

Why Palm Coast Requires Pet Licensing

The City of Palm Coast’s Animal Control Division focuses on pet safety, public education, and helping residents care for their animals. According to the city:

Licensing dogs and cats allows Animal Control officers to quickly identify lost pets and reunite them with their families—reducing stress for both the animal and the owner.

Licensing also ensures pets remain current on rabies vaccinations, protecting the community and preventing avoidable health risks.

Who Needs a Pet License in Palm Coast?

Any dog over four months old that stays in the city for more than 30 days must be licensed. Registration requires:

• Owner’s name, address, and phone number

• Proof of a current rabies vaccination

Additionally, all dogs and cats living in Palm Coast must be vaccinated for rabies and registered with Animal Control.

Updated Pet Licensing Fees (Effective December 2025)

• Spayed/Neutered Pets:
  $5 → $25
• Unaltered Pets:
  $10 → $35

These updated fees help fund essential Animal Control services, including pet reunification, safety enforcement, and community education.

Apply or download application here: https://www.palmcoast.gov/animal-control

Contact & Assistance

Palm Coast Animal Control operates under local ordinances and Florida State Statutes. If you have questions or need to report a concern, the city asks that you submit a case so staff can respond appropriately.
When creating a case, your name and address are required as outlined in Florida Statute 162.06.

For assistance:

• Animal-related emergencies during business hours (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM):
  Call (386) 986-2520

• After-hours emergencies:
  Contact the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office at (386) 313-4911 (non-emergency)

This ensures that every concern—whether routine or urgent—is handled promptly and in accordance with state and local guidelines.

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Flagler County: 2026 Mid-Term Elections Mail-In Ballot Guide

As we look ahead to the 2026 mid-term elections, Flagler County voters should know:
Under Florida Statutes §101.62, all vote-by-mail (mail-in) ballot requests expire at the end of each general-election cycle. A request that covered the 2024 General Election is no longer valid.

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Florida’s New License Plate Law: What Vehicle Owners Need to Know

On October 1, 2025, Florida vehicle owners will face stricter penalties for obscuring, altering, or tampering with their license plates — even unintentionally. The new law, passed under House Bill 253, aims to make it easier for law enforcement to identify vehicles and prevent the use of devices that block cameras or scanners from reading plates.

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Florida Homeowners Still Carry the Load While Tax Relief Measures Stall

Being a homeowner in Florida has gone from living the dream to footing the bill — not just for your own property, but for everyone else’s tax break. With soaring property taxes and outrageous homeowners insurance costs, many Floridians are looking for real, targeted relief.

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Governor DeSantis Announces $389 Million to Improve Florida’s Water Quality and Supply

On March 25, 2025 – Governor Ron DeSantis has announced over $389 million in grants to enhance water quality and water supply across Florida. These funds will support vital restoration projects in key ecosystems and improve local water infrastructure.