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Dog Licenses
REQUIREMENTS (M.G.L. Ch. 140, s 137, 139)
- All dogs six months old or over are required to be licensed by April 1.
- A valid current rabies certificate must be provided to receive a license. If applicable, proof of spaying or neutering must also be provided in writing from a veterinarian.
FEES FOR THE 2020 LICENSE YEAR
- Neutered or Spayed Dog - $10
- Unneutered or Unspayed Dog - $20
- Fee will be waived for dog owners aged 70 and over; owner must provide proof of age.
- *****Due to the COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS the deadline to license your pet without a late fee has been extended to August 15, 2020. Please note that previously licensed dogs whose license is not renewed prior to August 15th will be subject to a late fee, in addition to the license fee. The late fee is $20 per dog beginning August 16, 2020.
LICENSE OR RENEW BY MAIL
By Mail Instructions:Please include in your envelope:
Mail to: City Clerk’s Office |
LICENSE OR RENEW ONLINE
Be sure you have all appropriate information about your pet before you pay!
In order to process your request please follow these instructions:Bank service fees apply for using this method.
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IN PERSON LICENSING IS NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME
Our city offices are currently closed to the public. Please use one of the methods above to submit your request.
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CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP
If you no longer own your dog, or have any questions, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (413) 587-1224 or by email at cclerk@northamptonma.gov. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.