Non-Commercial Breeders Permit

ARABARC1003
Plan Review
Required
Inspection
Not Required
Renewal
Required
Fee
$120.00
Renewal fee
$120.00
Late Fee
$30.00
Valid Period
1 Year
Processing Time
Up to 15 business days
APPLY QUESTIONS
Administration & Regulatory Affairs

Physical Address:

3200 Carr St.
Houston, TX 77026


About

A Non-Commercial Breeder means any person who allows a dog or cat in his possession to produce offspring.

After Approval

Keep permit on file at location

Conditions & Exceptions

If application is incomplete, documentation is not provided, and does not meet all requirements the permit will not be issued.

What You Need

An application for a Commercial Breeder's Permit shall include:

  • The name, address, and telephone number of the applicant 
  • The name, address, and telephone number of the location where the breeding will be conducted
  • A description of the types of animals to be bred; proof of all current vaccinations for animals of age 
  • Any other information deemed necessary by the director
Apply in Person

Apply in person at BARC Animal Shelter:
3200 Carr Street 
Houston, TX 77026

Apply by Mail

Complete application and mail to:
BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr Street
Houston, TX 77026

What You Need
  • Current government-issued photo identification
  • All current medical records for applicable animals
  • Method of payment
Submit Plans in Person

Submit all paperwork in person to the BARC Animal Shelter:
3200 Carr Street
Houston, TX 77026

Permit will be issued once all is completed.

What You Need

A renewal invoice is mailed 30-45 days prior to the expiration date. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to contact BARC Animal Enforcement prior to expiration date if an invoice is not received.

  • Completed application 
  • Current medical records for animals 
  • Copy of current ID 
  • Method of payment: check, cash, money order, and credit card (MasterCard, Visa, Discover)
Renew in Person

Submit completed application, current medical records for animals, copy of current ID, and payment (check, cash, money order, MasterCard, Visa, Discover) to BARC Animal Shelter:
3200 Carr Street
Houston, TX 77026

Renew by Mail

Mail completed application, required documents, and payment (check or money order) to:
BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr Street
Houston, TX 77026

What You Need

A renewal invoice is mailed 30-45 days prior to the expiration date. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to contact BARC Animal Enforcement prior to expiration date if an invoice is not received.

  • Completed application 
  • Current medical records for animals 
  • Copy of current ID 
  • Method of payment: check, cash, money order, and credit card (MasterCard, Visa, Discover)
Renew in Person

Submit completed application, current medical records for animals, copy of current ID, and payment (check, cash, money order, MasterCard, Visa, Discover) to BARC Animal Shelter:
3200 Carr Street
Houston, TX 77026

Renew by Mail

Mail completed application, required documents, and payment (check or money order) to:
BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr Street
Houston, TX 77026