Pet Sitting Business Permit Requirements in Phoenix, AZ

Complete permit and license guide for starting a pet sitting business in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.

$100 -- $550 1–3 weeks for in-home visiting pet sitting; up to 6 weeks if boarding from home 6 requirements

Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Last verified: February 15, 2026.

Phoenix / Maricopa County Requirements

3 requirements

City of Phoenix Business License

All businesses operating in Phoenix, including pet sitting businesses, must obtain a business license from the City of Phoenix Development Services Department. The license is renewed annually.

$50–$200/year1–2 weeks

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Maricopa County Animal Control — Kennel License (for boarding)

If you board clients' pets at your home or a commercial facility in Maricopa County, a kennel license from Maricopa County Animal Care and Control (MCACC) may be required. Requirements depend on the number of animals boarded. Contact MCACC for current thresholds.

$50–$300/year2–4 weeks (may require inspection)

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Phoenix Zoning — Home Occupation (if boarding from home)

Boarding animals at your Phoenix home may require a Home Occupation permit from the City of Phoenix Development Services if the activity exceeds home occupation limits. Phoenix zoning code regulates business activities in residential districts.

$50–$1502–4 weeks

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Arizona State Requirements

2 requirements

Arizona — No State Pet Sitter License

Arizona does not require a state license for pet sitting services. In-home pet sitters who visit clients' homes are lightly regulated. Local Maricopa County kennel requirements apply to boarding operations.

No state feeN/A

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Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License (if selling products)

If you sell pet products in addition to pet sitting services, you need an Arizona TPT license. Pet sitting services themselves are generally subject to Arizona's TPT in the personal services category — confirm current taxability with ADOR.

$12/yearImmediate (online)

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