Why License

Pet licences are mandatory in the City of Toronto. In fact, licences are mandatory in nearly every community across North America. Why? Because licences help keep pets and the communities they live in safe.

DocuPet makes it easy for makes licensing a breeze for pet owners. Check out the ways you can license your pet below and feel good knowing that 100% of licensing revenue funds are given to City of Toronto Animal Services to support animal welfare initiatives in your community.

How to License

Online

The fastest and easiest way to license or renew is right here. You'll create a profile for your pet, process your licence registration, and receive purchase confirmations via email. Payment can be made using a credit card or Visa/Mastercard debit card. Each year, you just need to log in to your existing account and renew - it's super easy!

Municipal Licensing and Standards with the assistance of DocuPet Inc. collects personal information on this website under the legal authority of Toronto City Council Item 2018.LS27.3, as confirmed by the City of Toronto By-law 1058-2018; the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 349, Animals, Article IV, Dogs; and, the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 349, Animals, Article V, Cats. The information will be shared with DocuPet to administer dog and cat licenses. Questions about this collection can be directed to Manager, Partnerships and Animal Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards, 1300 Sheppard Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario, M3K 2A6 or by telephone at 416-338-PETS (7387).

Renew my pet's licence

My pet has a licence, but it has expired or will very soon.

Renew now

License a pet for the first time

I've never licensed a pet with City of Toronto Animal Services before.

License now

In-person

In person licensing is available at the following location(s) however it's important to know you will still receive your tag in the mail:

Don't forget to check hours of operation, appointment policies, and accepted payment methods prior to heading out.

Toronto Animal Services North Animal Shelter and Spay/Neuter Clinic
1300 Sheppard Ave W
Toronto, ON M3K 2A6

Toronto Animal Services East Animal Shelter and Spay/Neuter Clinic
821 Progress Avenue
Toronto, ON M1H 2X4

Toronto Animal Services West Animal Shelter
146 The East Mall
Toronto, ON M8Z 5V5

Mail

If you opt to license via snail mail - keep in mind processing your registration will take a lot longer!

Make sure you complete the below form in full and that it is free of any errors otherwise your registration may not be successfully processed. The fine print is there for a reason so keep an eye out for accepted payment methods, who the check should be made out to, where it should be mailed, and any required supporting documentation (ex. a service animal certificate).

Pet license form

Download Application Form

Phone

For inquiries related to your pet's licence please contact Toronto Animal Services
Toronto Animal Services: 416-338-PETS (7387)
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm EST

For inquiries related to your order please contact DocuPet
DocuPet Customer Care: 1-855-249-1370
Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday (excluding holidays) from 9:00am-9:00pm EST

City of Toronto Details & Fees

Pet licences are required for all cats and dogs living in the City of Toronto. Licences expire exactly 365 days from the start date of the licence and must be renewed prior to the expiration date. Once you have registered you will receive reminders about upcoming licence expirations.

Pet Licenses Fee Senior (65+) Fee
Dog Spayed/Neutered $25.00 $12.50
Dog Not Spayed/Neutered $60.00 $30.00
Cat Spayed/Neutered $15.00 $7.50
Cat Not Spayed/Neutered $50.00 $25.00
Dog Spayed/Neutered
Fee $20.00
Senior (65+) Fee $12.50
Dog Not Spayed/Neutered
Fee $60.00
Senior (65+) Fee $30.00
Cat Spayed/Neutered
Fee $15.00
Senior (65+) Fee $7.50
Cat Not Spayed/Neutered
Fee $50.00
Senior (65+) Fee $25.00