Pet Sitting Business Permit Requirements in Las Vegas, NV

Complete permit and license guide for starting a pet sitting business in Las Vegas, Clark County, Nevada.

Verified 2026-08-19 6 stops $150–$700 est. 2–5 weeks for in-home visiting pet sitting; up to 6 weeks if boarding from home
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Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Key agencies and fees on this page were re-checked against official government sources on .

Federal — start here

1 stop

  1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

    Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC/corporation. Free from the IRS.

    Official government source

    FreeImmediate (online application)

State of Nevada

2 stops

  1. Nevada — No State Pet Sitter License

    Nevada does not require a state license for pet sitting services. In-home pet sitters who visit clients' homes are lightly regulated. Commercial boarding kennels may need local Clark County or Las Vegas permits.

    Official government source

    No state feeN/A

  2. Nevada Seller's Permit (if selling pet products)

    If you sell pet products, you need a Nevada Seller's Permit. Pet sitting services themselves are not subject to Nevada sales tax — services not tied to a sale of tangible goods are exempt. Confirm specifics with the Nevada Department of Taxation.

    Official government source

    $15 per business locationImmediate (online)

City of Las Vegas / Clark County

3 stops

  1. City of Las Vegas or Clark County Business License

    Pet sitters need a business license from the jurisdiction where they operate: City of Las Vegas Business Licensing inside city limits (note: the city also has a Professional Animal Handler permit under LVMC Chapter 7.40 for certain commercial animal-care activities — confirm applicability), or a Clark County license ('Non-Veterinary Pet Care Services' — boarding, grooming, sitting, training) for unincorporated areas.

    Official government source

    City: $50 processing fee + category fee (confirm with Business Licensing). County: semiannual fee based on % of gross revenue ('Non-Veterinary Pet Care Services').1–3 weeks

  2. Clark County Animal Control — Kennel License (for boarding)

    If boarding animals at a home or facility in unincorporated Clark County, contact Clark County Animal Protection Services (702-455-7710; [email protected]) about animal permits — permit types and fees changed recently and depend on the number of animals kept. Boarding businesses also need the county 'Non-Veterinary Pet Care Services' business license.

    Official government source

    Confirm current animal-permit fees with Animal Protection Services (needs_review).2–4 weeks (may require inspection)

  3. Nevada Secretary of State — Business Registration

    LLCs, corporations, and partnerships must register with the Nevada Secretary of State. Nevada has no state income tax, making it attractive for small businesses.

    Official government source

    Nevada LLC: ~$425 initial ($75 articles + $150 initial list + $200 state business license) and ~$350/year thereafter ($150 annual list + $200 state business license renewal) — confirm current amounts on nvsos.gov / SilverFlume (needs_review).Immediate (online) to 5 business days

Terminus

Open for business — est. $150–$700 · 2–5 weeks for in-home visiting pet sitting; up to 6 weeks if boarding from home

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