Do You Need to License Your Pet? The Waukee Police Department Issues a Reminder

The has several code provisions that provide guidance on proper animal care within city limits. Household pets can be a wonderful addition to the family; however, they do require care and maintenance to help reduce the sometimes unpleasant effects of pets within neighborhoods. These FAQs outline the pertinent code provisions and department contacts if you have questions or notice animal control issues in your area.  For more information, visit the Animal Control page here.

Do I need to license my pet?

Yes, the City of Waukee has provisions for both dog and cat licensing.
You can find the information for licensing under the City Code here for dogs and here for cats.

Pet licenses are processed at the . Questions can be directed to the Waukee PD at (515) 987-1073.

Does Waukee have a "Pooper Scooper" ordinance?

The Code Enforcement Department regulates and enforces the property maintenance portion of the City Code. Within Waukee Municipal Code section 401.4(B)2 there is information regarding the abundance of refuse on properties, including animal feces. The City asks that everyone be courteous to their neighbor and pick up any trash or refuse that is created by them or their pets. Click here for the code section. Additionally, most parks in Waukee have plastic bags and disposals for pet waste.

Questions and/or complaints can be answered at the Code Enforcement Office at Waukee City Hall or by calling (515) 987-4522.

Who can I call with barking concerns or if I see a stray?

Code section 208.5, "Dogs Disturbing Persons," gives guidance on various nuisances that dogs may create within a neighborhood. Running at large, going onto other properties, and excessive barking are examples of nuisances that are addressed under the code section here.  A citizen may call Waukee Police Department at (515) 987-1073 with questions or concerns about nuisances caused by animals.

Are there any animals or specific dog breeds that are not allowed as pets in Waukee?

Waukee Municipal Code Section 217 lists certain families of animals that are considered dangerous and therefore not allowed as pets within City limits. There are no specific breeds of dog prohibited, but there are regulations prohibiting vicious animals. For more information, click here.

Is there a code provision that governs the number of animals allowed per residence?

The City of Waukee does not specifically govern the number of animals allowed per residence, but does define the number of animals constituting a kennel. If a residence has more than three (3) dogs and three (3) cats in a residential area, the residence is considered a kennel and rules specific to a kennel apply. To review this portion of the City Code, click here.

For more information about this portion of the code, please contact the Waukee Code Enforcement Office at (515) 987-4522.