The owners of all dogs/cats seven months of age or older are required to annually apply to the licensing clerk of the municipality in which he or she resides for a dog/cat license. In order for the license to be issued, the owner must present proof that a licensed veterinarian has vaccinated the dog/cat against rabies and that the duration of immunity from that vaccination extends through at least ten months of the twelve-month licensing period. An exemption to the rabies inoculation requirement shall be granted if the owner presents written certification from a licensed veterinarian that the dog/cat cannot be vaccinated due to a medical condition or course of therapy.

Fees are set by municipal ordinance:

  1. For the period commencing January 1st through March 31st:
    1. Neutered or spayed: $10.00
    2. Non-neutered or non-spayed: $15.00
  2. For the period commencing April 1st through December 31st:
    1. Neutered or spayed: $15.00
    2. Non-neutered or non-spayed: $20.00

You must visit the Clerk’s Office in person to complete the process.