Ordinances and Fees

Ordinances

Civil Penalties & Fees

These fees will only affect pet owners who violate county animal ordinances.

Violations & Fees

  • Failure to Permit Kennel Inspection: $25
  • Failure to Vaccinate (Rabies): $200
  • Failure to Wear Rabies Tag: $50
  • Mistreatment: $200
  • Public Nuisance Violations: $50, $100, $200, $300, $400

Fees for Animal Surrender

  • Orange County Residents: $0 (Orange County Animal Services is not currently accepting out-of-county animal surrenders)
  • Field Surrender: $25
  • Surrender/Request for Euthanasia: $0 (Orange County Animal Services is not able to offer cremation services or return any deceased animal to a person after euthanasia. We understand this is a difficult decision for many pet owners, but please understand that this type of surrender is only a request for euthanasia, not a guarantee. The shelter's veterinary team will determine if euthanasia is the correct pathway for the animal. If OCAS determines that euthanasia is the best option for a pet, please know that the pet owner is not allowed to be present for the procedure. If you would like to be with your pet during this type of euthanasia service, please contact local veterinarians for more options and information. There are many compassionate, full-service veterinarians in our area that perform this service.)

Fees for Animal Reclaim

  • RECLAIM 1: $25 for sterilized animal, $50 for unsterilized animal
  • RECLAIM 2: $50 for sterilized animal, $100 for unsterilized animal
  • RECLAIM 3: $100 for sterilized animal, $200 for unsterilized animal
  • RECLAIM 4: $200 for sterilized animal, $400 for unsterilized animal

If proof of sterilization (spay or neuter) is provided to Animal Services within 90 days of recovery of pet (3 or more reclaims) $100 of the recovery fee will be refunded. Ask about details.

Animal Shelter Boarding Fees

  • Regular = $15 per day
  • Court/Seizure Hold = $18 per day 
  • Bite/Rabies Quarantine = $18 per day

Kennel Permit

  • Kennel Permit fee = $100

These fees are designed to encourage responsible pet ownership and improve the health and safety of not only the animals, but also the community as a whole. The fees collected help to offset the costs of shelter operations, Animal Control and Protection services, lost and found pet services, and pet overpopulation management in Orange County.