West Hartford Reminds Dog Owners Of License Renewals

Town of West Hartford

WEST HARTFORD, CT — With the new month, the time is now to make sure your dogs are legally licensed in town.

As a result, West Hartford Town Clerk Leon S. Davidoff is reminding folks that June is dog license month in the State of Connecticut.

He said the West Hartford Town Clerk’s Office has mailed reminders to more than 3,000 residents, urging owners to make their dogs “legal.”

According to state law, all dogs over 6 months of age must be licensed each year.

A numbered tag will accompany the paper license and serves as identification for any pet that may wander away from home.

The annual fee for dog licenses is $19 for unaltered dogs and $8 for neutered or spayed dogs.

All dogs must be vaccinated against rabies. If the rabies certificate has expired prior to renewal, dog owners should include an updated certificate from the veterinarian in order to license a dog.

If a dog is being licensed for the first time and has been neutered/spayed, a certificate from the vet must be presented. All documentation will be returned once processed.

Applications for dog licenses can be mailed to: the Office of the West Hartford Town Clerk, 50 S. Main St., Room 313, West Hartford CT 06107. Enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope to receive your license, tag and the return of your supporting documentation. Also, dog licenses can be obtained in person by visiting the town clerk’s office. Incomplete applications will be returned.

For additional questions, call 860-561-7430. Applications are available on the website: https://www.westhartfordct.gov/resident-services/animals-pets/licenses.