Our Glenside office sells dog licenses, and we have a sign on our front desk reflecting that. A number of people come in for their appointments and ask us why their dog needs a license. I didn’t have much of an answer, so I did some research. Now, it is the law, and the fine for not having you dog licensed is $300! I think that’s a very powerful reason to spend $8.95/year (in Montgomery County) for the license!
Besides the fact that it’s the law, a lost dog with a license on its collar has a much greater chance of being found. A dog that has a license is registered with the county with its license number, name and owner’s name, address and phone number. Their breed, color, and spay or neuter status are included as well. If you find a dog, you can go to the website PALostDogs.com and register the dog’s license number saying you found them, or you can report a lost pet with a picture.
All pets that are three months or older must be licensed. Rau Glenside only sells licenses for Montgomery County. If you live in Philadelphia, you must go to the county for a license with proof of rabies. The license tag should be affixed to the collar of the dog, but more importantly, you must keep the form that comes with the license tag, at least until next year when you need a new license. That form is what the dog warden would ask for.
If your pet is micro chipped, you can get a lifetime license from the county, and not have to worry about it every year. We don’t have those licenses here, but we do have the forms for Montgomery County, so we can scan your pet’s microchip, fill out the form, and you send it in to the Treasurer’s office.
If you’ve just moved into Montgomery County, you should get a license within 30 days of moving here. It’s a quick process, and cheaper than some other states. Also, you can get it done online! Follow the link below.
Get your license online: PA Dog Licenses
Article about a Dog Park Crackdown in CA
Philadelphia County Application to print and send in
Montgomery County Application to print and send in
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