Frequently Asked Questions

1.  Where can I get my dog licensed, and how much does it cost?

We issue Lake Havasu City dog licenses here at the Humane Society, at the front counter.  A current Rabies Vaccine record is required.  Licenses are $10 for a spayed or neutered dog, and $20 for an unaltered dog. (not spayed or neutered)

2.  Can I get my pet vaccinated at the Humane Society?

No, we do not have a veterinarian on staff.  You would need to contact one of the four vet offices in Lake Havasu to make an appointment.

Animal Hospital of Havasu        Lange Vet Center            McGuire Vet Svcs.         Novack Animal Care

Dr. Cary Buchman                        Dr. Laura Lange              Dr. Terry McGuire          Dr. C. Innocenti                                       1990 Mesquite Ave                     195 Paseo Del Sol            3181 Maricopa Ave       2715 Maricopa Ave                                    855-8122                                         453-2022                           854-6142                           855-0588

3.  What can I do about a barking dog in my neighborhood?

Our Animal Control Officers are available to handle barking complaints Monday through Saturday, 8 am to 5 pm.  They require the barking dog's address so they may make contact with the dog's owner.  It is best to supply as much information to the dispatchers in our office as you can because incomplete reports sometimes result in situations where the dog's owner can't be contacted.  Animal Control's dispatch line is 855-7479.

4.  What if I have lost a pet?

Our front office staff takes "Lost" reports in person or over the phone.  Should they receive a call about your pet from a citizen or should Animal Control impound your pet, you will be called.  "Lost" reports are kept for typically a month at our front desk.  Don't hesitate to visit our facilities to make sure your lost pet hasn't turned up here!

5.  I am looking for a particular breed of dog.  Can I put in a special request to the Humane Society for it?

Yes, it is called a Wish List Application, and it is located in the Humane Society's front lobby.  Fill out this application and your name will be put down for whichever breed you are looking for.

6.  What is the process to adopt a pet from the Humane Society?

First, visit our kennels which are open Monday through Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm.  If you should find a pet who matches your family's personality, fill out an adoption application at our front counter.  The staff will then direct you to our Adoption Counselor who will go over the application with you.  Landlord approval is required if you are renting.  Puppies and certain dog breeds must have a completed home inspection by Animal Control.  Arizona State law requires that all pets adopted through the Humane Society must first be spayed or neutered before they can go home, and a rabies vaccine must be administered.

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