Seattle Animal Shelter
Ann Graves, Director
Fees & Fines
Impound fees
| Fee | Reason |
|---|---|
| $45 | 1st Impound |
| $150 | 2nd Impound |
| $200 | 3rd Impound |
| $275 | 4th Impound |
| $375 | 5th Impound |
| $20 | Daily Kenneling |
| $10 | Vaccinations |
| $30 | Microchip Implant |
| $50 | Pick-Up |
| $50 | Vet Transport |
| $72 | Euthanasia Fee |
| $100 | Exotic Animal Permit |
| Actual or $100 minimum | Veterinary Fees |
Citation penalties
Offenses related to animal licenses
| Fine | Reason | Code Reference |
|---|---|---|
| $125 | Not having an animal license | SMC 9.25.080 (A) |
| $54 | Not displaying an animal license | SMC 9.25.080 (B) |
| $54 | Not showing license to officer | SMC 9.25.080 (C) |
| $109 | Using another’s license | SMC 9.25.080 (D) |
| $109 | Removing a license without permission | SMC 9.25.080 (E) |
| $54 | Altering a license | SMC 9.25.080 (F) |
| $109 | Making false statement | SMC 9.25.080 (G) |
| $109 | Removing animal from A/C vehicle or shelter | SMC 9.25.080 (H) |
Offenses Related to Safety and Sanitation
| Fine | Reason | Code Reference |
|---|---|---|
| $109 | Allowing accumulation of feces | SMC 9.25.082 (A) |
| $54 | Not removing feces from another’s property | SMC 9.25.082 (B) |
| $54 | Not having equipment to remove feces | SMC 9.25.082 (C) |
| $109 | Not providing treatment for a sick animal | SMC 9.25.082 (D) |
Offenses Related to Control
| Fine | Reason | Code Reference |
|---|---|---|
| $54 | Not having animal (except cats/pigeons) on leash | SMC 9.25.084 (A) |
| $54 | Permitting animal in fountain or school ground | SMC 9.25.084 (B) |
| $54 | Not confining animal “in heat” | SMC 9.25.084 (C) |
| $109 | Permitting animal to damage property | SMC 9.25.084 (D-1) |
| $109 | Permitting animal to violate the noise ordinance | SMC 9.25.084 (D-2) |
| $109 | Permitting animal to spill garbage | SMC 9.25.084 (D-3) |
| $109 | Possessing another’s animal | SMC 9.25.084 (E) |
| $ 54 | Tethering an animal so it can enter street | SMC 9.25.084 (F) |
| $269 | Permit an animal to bite | SMC 9.25.084 (G-1) |
| $269 | Permit an animal to menace a human | SMC 9.25.084 (G-2) |
Rabies Vaccination Required
All dogs and cats four (4) months of age or older shall be vaccinated against rabies.
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| Fine | Reason | |
|---|---|---|
| $ 54 | 1st Offense | SMC 9.25.049 |
| $109 | 2nd Offense | SMC 9.25.049 |
Offenses Related to Control in City Parks
Unlawful to permit any dog to run at large in any park, except in designated off-leash areas OR unlawful to permit any dog to enter any public beach, swimming area or wading area, pond, fountain, stream, or organized athletic area.
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| Fine | Reason | |
|---|---|---|
| $54 | 1st Offense | SMC 18.12.080 (A) |
| $109 | 2nd Offense | SMC 18.12.080 (A) |
| $136 | 3rd Offense | SMC 18.12.080 (A) |
| $162 | 4th+ Offense | SMC 18.12.080 (A) |
Off-leash area/Failure to display valid pet license tags attached to the dog’s collar.
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| Fine | Reason | |
|---|---|---|
| $54 | 1st Offense | SMC 18.12.080 (B) |
| $109 | 2nd Offense | SMC 18.12.080 (B) |
Failure to carry equipment for removing feces OR failure to place feces in appropriate receptacle.
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| Fine | Reason | |
|---|---|---|
| $54 | 1st Offense | SMC 18.12.080 (C) |
| $109 | 2nd Offense | SMC 18.12.080 (C) |
| $136 | 3rd Offense | SMC 18.12.080 (C) |
| $162 | 4th+ Offense | SMC 18.12.080 (C) |