License Your Dog in PA
State law requires that all dogs three months or older must be licensed with Montgomery County by Jan. 1 of each year.
There are yearly or lifetime fees involved and discounts are also available to older adults and those with disabilities. A total listing of dog licensing fees can be found by visiting the Montgomery County website, www.montcopa.org/1790/Dog-Licenses.
Dog Licensing in Montgomery County
Please note that violators can be cited with a maximum fine of $300 per violation plus court costs.
Reasons for dog licensing:
- It’s the law. All dogs three months and older must have a current license.
- If your dog gets lost, a license is the best way to get him back. A license helps animal control and shelters identify your dog and get him back home safely.
- The cost of a license is less than the penalty for being caught without one. Owners who fail to license their dogs could face a fine of up to $300 for each unlicensed dog.
- License fees support animal control. The annual fee you pay to license your dog helps keep shelters running and supports the work of the Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement, which is responsible for ensuring the welfare of dogs, regulating dangerous dogs and overseeing annual licensing and rabies vaccinations.
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