Dog Licensing

DOG LICENSING

DOG LICENSING Licenses are valid from July 1st through June 30th of each year. Licensing begins June 1st for each year (not available prior to that date). Dogs six (6) months or older must be licensed before July 1st each year. New dog licenses and renewals can be obtained through the mail (sent to: 933 Hopmeadow St., Simsbury CT 06070), in person, or via the drop box outside the Town Hall entrance. Renewals (not new registrations) can also be done online during the month of June only - see the Online License Renewal section below during that time. (Please note that if you move into town or adopt a dog older than 6 months between 7/1 and 6/30 the following year they do need to be licensed as well.) LICENSING FEES Licensing fees are $8 for a spayed (S) or neutered (N) dog, $19 for an unaltered dog. NOTE: A late fee of $1 per month (per dog) is added to the licensing fee for dogs licensed after June 30th. Proof of spay or neuter must be provided to qualify for the lower fee the first time a dog is licensed. (i. e., either actual spay/neuter certificate that indicates spay or neuter) NEW REGISTRATION in Person, or by Mail or DropBox (Outside the Main Entrance of Town Hall): The following documents must be provided: Completed application  - one form can accommodate multiple dogs Copy of current rabies certificate Copy of spay or neuter (or vet document that shows status of spay or neuter) Check made payable to the Town of Simsbury for $8 or $19, depending on spay/neuter status (plus any late fees, if applicable after July 1st) Self-addressed, stamped envelope (SASE) for license to be returned to you Please note cash or check ONLY if doing new registration in person (no credit cards accepted over the counter) RENEWALS in Person, by Mail, and/or DropBox (Outside the Main Entrance of the Town Hall): Copy of current rabies certificate Name, address, and contact info for the dog owner Check payable to the Town of Simsbury for $8 or $19, depending on spay/neuter status (plus any late fees, if applicable after July 1st) Self-addressed, stamped envelope (SASE) for license to be returned to you (for mail or drop box only) Please note cash or check ONLY if doing new registration in person (no credit cards accepted over the counter) ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Paw Meadow Dog Park Department of Agriculture Rabies Manual