Charlotte Pet Care Directory

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control says all dogs, cats and ferrets four months and older residing in Charlotte, Mint Hill, Pineville and the unincorporated areas of Mecklenburg County must be licensed annually, and that proof of a current rabies vaccination from your veterinarian is required to purchase a license. Its listed fees are $10 for one year or $25 for three years for sterilized animals, and $30 for one year for unsterilized animals. Other towns in the Charlotte area, such as Mooresville and Gastonia, are outside that list, so check with your own town or county. Charlotte pet license (checked October 4, 2026).

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation says its dog parks are open daily from 7:30 a.m. to sunset, and that dogs must maintain current vaccinations including rabies with tag number, DHLPP and Bordetella. No children under the age of 12 are allowed in dog parks, and dog owners must follow all posted dog park rules. Mecklenburg County dog parks (checked October 4, 2026).