Licensing Information

Changes Effective January 2nd, 2014

• Dog license expiration is now linked to the month of your dog’s rabies vaccination; there is no longer a “season” or a March 1st expiration.
  
• One-year and three-year licenses are now available based on your dog’s vaccination status.
  
• Licenses are available at these Township and City Offices.
• If you need an updated vaccine and a license, One-Stop Shopping is now available at several local veterinary clinics.
• If you plan to get your license in person or by U.S. Mail, fill out this application.

What qualifies for a 3-year License in 2014?

If your dog’s rabies vaccination expires on or after January 1, 2017, you are eligible to purchase a 3-year license for 2014. Throughout 2014, vaccination must be valid for at least 35 months beyond the purchase date of a 3-year license. If one of these two criteria are not met, you would purchase a 1 year license in 2014.

Why License?

• A dog license helps to get your dog home safe if they become lost.
  
• Dog licensing provides funding for animal control in Kent County. This allows us to investigate and prosecute animal cruelty and neglect, as well as responding to loose or aggressive dogs.
  
• It’s the responsible thing to do. Licensing protects our community by ensuring dogs are vaccinated against rabies.
  
• Michigan law requires that all dogs over the age of four (4) months are licensed and all new dogs are licensed within 30 days.

Pricing

Type of License	1-Year License**	3-Year License**
Intact (Un-Sterlized) Dog	$26.00	$72.00
Spayed/Neutered Dog	$12.00	$30.00
Senior Citizen (62 or older)*
Intact (Un-Sterlized) Dog	$13.00	$33.00
Spayed/Neutered Dog	$6.00	$15.00

*Senior Citizen Rate: You must provide your birthdate on the application to qualify for this discount.

**Late Fees: If you do not purchase your dog license in the MONTH of the rabies vaccination expiration it will be considered late and the total purchase price of the license will be doubled.