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LEAWOOD PET LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

RECEIVED 1-21-25

Dear HOA Presidents,

We’re reaching out to share an important update about pet licensing requirements in Leawood that may impact your residents. Starting Tuesday, January 28, the City of Leawood will transition away from its standard pet licensing program. Instead, all dogs and cats must have either a microchip or a visible identification tag with owner contact information and be up to date on their rabies vaccination.

We encourage you to share this information with your neighborhood to ensure all pet owners know about the new rules. Here’s what your residents need to know:

Why the Change?

  • Animal Control officers already verify rabies vaccinations and check for microchips or tags during complaints, making pet licensing redundant.
  • Eliminating the licensing program allows staff to focus on business licenses and permits, which require more resources.

What Does This Mean for Pet Owners?

  • Identification Tags or Microchips:
    • Dogs and cats over six months old must wear a tag or have a microchip with current contact information (a phone number at the least). Tags should always be worn outdoors.
  • Rabies Vaccinations:
    • Pets over six months old must have a rabies vaccination or, if exempt for health reasons, a veterinarian's statement. Owners should keep vaccination records available for Animal Control.
  • Parks and Greenways Rules:
    • Dogs visiting Leawoof Dog Park or other city parks must be vaccinated against rabies. Leash laws and park rules remain in effect.

Please note that this change does not affect special permits for households with more than two pets, leash laws, or the City’s dangerous animal ordinance. This update simplifies pet ownership responsibilities while maintaining community safety and efficient pet reunification practices. 

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’d appreciate your help in spreading the word to your neighbors. 

More information is posted on our website:

https://www.leawood.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=60

 

Beth Breitenstein (she/her)

Strategic Communications Director

City of Leawood, City Hall

4800 Town Center Drive

Leawood, KS 66211 

(913) 707-1175 

[email protected]
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