Get or renew a Vancouver dog licence
Do I need a dog licence in Vancouver?
Vancouver requires a licence for dogs over three months old, including service dogs. Renew it annually through the City’s official service.
Application steps
- Choose a new licence or renewal on the City’s dog-licensing page.
- Check the applicable fee and complete the City’s process.
- For a free service-dog licence, provide valid provincial Guide Dog and Service Dog Certification.
Before you open the official service
- Your dog’s details and, for renewal, existing licence information.
Keep your actual documents and account details off this website. Use the official service’s current checklist before applying.
What to check for your situation
Residents of the Musqueam Indian Reserve or University Endowment Lands must buy their licence in person or by phone. Other municipalities have their own rules.
Fees, processing times and document rules can change. This page helps you navigate; it does not confirm eligibility or replace the government’s instructions.
Official sources
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