Pet Licensing Gets a Paw-sitive Upgrade

Published on June 05, 2026

Media Contact:
Angela Brown
Communications Coordinator
abrown@kirklandwa.gov

KIRKLAND, Wash. – Pet licensing in the City of Kirkland is getting an upgrade. On June 1, the City launched a new partnership with DocuPet, North America’s leading pet registration and lost pet recovery service, providing community members with a more convenient licensing experience and additional tools to help reunite lost pets with their families.

"Pet licensing plays an important role in helping reunite lost pets with their families and supports animal services in our community," said Councilmember Amy Falcone. "This new system makes the licensing process easier while offering added benefits for Kirkland pet owners."

The new licensing program includes several enhancements:

• Convenient registration options – Residents can license their pets online, by phone, by mail or in person at either the Kirkland Justice Center or City Hall.

• HomeSafe® 24/7 lost pet service – Every license will include a unique DocuPet tag linked to a secure online pet profile. If a pet goes missing, finders can quickly reference the code to connect with DocuPet’s dispatch team, who work around the clock to reunite pets with their families.

• Easy online account management – Pet owners can update contact information, upload vaccination records, and manage their pet's license through an online portal.

Pet licensing helps reunite lost pets with their families and supports responsible pet ownership throughout the community. In Kirkland, all dogs and cats 12 weeks of age and older must be licensed and vaccinated against rabies.

Current pet licenses will remain valid until their expiration date. Residents will receive information about renewing their pet’s license through the new system as their renewal date approaches.

For more information about pet licensing in Kirkland or to learn more about the new system, visit kirklandwa.gov/petlicense.

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