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About Dog Licenses
Michigan law requires that all dogs four months of age or older be licensed annually. As a service to our residents, the city sells dog licenses at the front desk of the administration offices on the main level of the Community Center.
License Facts
- All dogs are required to have a valid rabies vaccination certificate. If the rabies expiration date expires within 30 days, you must provide proof of a current rabies vaccination and renew in person or through the mail.
- Dog licenses are discounted for senior citizens, and if your dog has been spayed or neutered. (See fees below.) To qualify for senior prices a person has to be 62 years old at the time of purchase and provide proof of age.
- Proof of spay / neuter is required to receive the reduced rates.
- If you have a dog license renewal postcard from Kent County, you have the option of renewing the license through the county’s website.
- The dog license must be worn by the licensed dog at all times.
Regular Fees | |
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Spayed or Neutered | $17 |
Unsterilized | $26 |
Senior Citizen Fees | |
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Spayed or Neutered | $10 |
Unsterilized | $20 |
Reasons to License Your Dog
Licensing your dog is an important way to show you care for your pet. Dogs which are licensed are guaranteed to be free of rabies. Additionally, your dog's license number allows you to be identified and notified if your dog should stray and be picked up by animal control officers. Licensed dogs are held longer in the animal shelter if they are picked up stray. By licensing your dog on time, you pay the lowest possible licensing fees, and avoid potential fines for failing to license your dog. Finally, you should license your dog because it is the law.
A license tag on your dog will:
- Help get your pet home safely, if lost
- Reduce the chance of theft
- Show that your dog is vaccinated against rabies
- Spare you from a $50 violation
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Jane Gray
Administrative Clerk
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Finance
Physical Address
750 Lakeside Dr SE
East Grand Rapids , MI 49506
Phone: 616-949-2110Fax: 616-940-4884