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1. Who needs to be licensed?

Dog and cats who reside with in the Cottage Grove city limits must be licensed.

2. Does my pet need rabies shot in order to be licensed?

Yes, unless they have a written note from their vet stating that the animal cannot have the shot for medical reasons (usually due to an aging or ill animal).

3. At what age does my animal need to be licensed?

Six months old or older.

4. When do tags expire?

December 31 of the year on the tag.

5. Does my animal have to wear the tag?

Yes, the tag should be worn by a licensed dog or cat.

6. How many years can an animal owner get a license for?

This depends on when the rabies expire. The city offers an annual or lifetime license.

7. What if the license is lost?

The owner can buy a replacement one for $5.

8. What if the Cottage Grove animal owner moves to a different Cottage Grove address?

We will switch that license over, no charge.

9. What if the animal owner buys a license and the pet dies before the license expires? Can they get a refund or transfer the license to another pet?

No.

10. Can a license be put in a person’s name under the age of 18?

No.

11. Does the city offer a discount for seniors?

No.

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1. How do I pay my city water bill?

Click Here: https://www.cottagegrovemn.gov/283/Utility-Payment-Options

2. How do I get a new trash can lid?

Contact your residential waste disposal company.  Current list can be found here:

https://www.cottagegrovemn.gov/BusinessDirectoryII.aspx?lngBusinessCategoryID=24

3. How do I apply for a job with the City?

Click the link below:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cottagegrovemn

4. My trash didn't get picked up, what should I do now?

Contact your local residential waste disposal company.  Contact information can be found at the link below:

https://www.cottagegrovemn.gov/BusinessDirectoryII.aspx?lngBusinessCategoryID=24

5. How do I get a garage sale permit?

Garage sales are allowed without a permit but please follow the City Sign Policy when promoting your garage sale.

6. How can I see the agenda for an upcoming City Council or Board meeting?

Agendas for City Councils and other public government bodies can be found at the link below.

https://docs.cottagegrovemn.gov/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=17314&dbid=0&repo=CottageGrove