Dog Licenses

All dogs 6 months of age or older must be licensed each year in accordance with Maine State Law.    

§3922.  Issuance of license

1.  License; January 1st.  Each owner or keeper of a dog at the age of 6 months or more, on or before January lst of each year, shall obtain a license:

A.  From the clerk of the municipality where the dog is kept;  [PL 2001, c. 422, §6 (AMD).]

B.  From the dog recorder in the unorganized territory where the dog is kept or, in the absence of a duly authorized dog recorder, from a dog recorder in the nearest municipality or unorganized territory in the same county where the dog is kept;  [PL 2003, c. 405, §10 (AMD).]

C.  From a person authorized to issue licenses under section 3923‑F; or  [PL 2013, c. 115, §9 (AMD).]

D.  From the department using the Internet in accordance with section 3923‑G.  [PL 2003, c. 405, §12 (NEW).]

 

Licensing your dog helps ensure the health and safety of your pet and the community, and also assists in returning lost pets to their owners. For more information, please visit Animal Control.

Annual Licensing Deadline: January 31st

Avoid late fees! Dog licenses must be renewed by January 31st each year.

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License Fees

• Spayed/Neutered Dog: $6.00

• Unaltered Dog: $11.00

• Late Fee (after January 31st): Additional $25.00 per dog

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How to License Your Dog

You can license your dog in person at the Town Office during regular business hours, or online through the State of Maine’s Dog Licensing Portal, NOTE: online dog licensing is only available from October 15th through January 31st. 

To license your dog, please bring:

• A valid rabies vaccination certificate

• Spay/neuter certificate, if applicable

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Why License?

Licensing your dog is not only required by law—it’s a vital step in protecting your pet. It ensures:

• Proof of rabies vaccination

• A quick return if your dog is lost

• Support for local animal welfare services