Animal Control 
Dog Tags
  • All dogs four months or older must be vaccinated for rabies. All cats must also be vaccinated for rabies at four months or older, but do not require tags.
  • All dogs must have a County license obtained from the Treasurer's Office or at the Blacksburg Municipal Building, 300 S. Main St.. Please bring proof of rabies vaccination certification from your veterinarian.
  • Dog licenses expire Dec. 31 and must be renewed yearly.

Dog tag fees
  • Male dog - $5
  • Female dog - $5
  • Unsexed (spayed or neutered) dog - $3
  • 20-dog kennel tag - $25
  • 50-dog kennel tag - $35