Dog Licences

If your dog has passed away or is no longer with you, please notify Community Bylaw Services by either email calling 604-815-5067, so we may update our records and save you from receiving unnecessary notices in the future.

Who Needs a Licence

All dogs over 8 weeks must be licensed and wear a valid tag.
Licences expire December 31 each year.

How to Get a Licence

  • Online:  Online Services page (“New Dog Licence Application”) OR
  • In person: at Municipal Hall (37955 Second Avenue)

You'll need: Proof of spay/neuter. Mid-year spay/neuter may qualify for a partial refund.

Good to know: Dog licence tags are permanent and must be renewed annually. Invoices are sent at the end of each year.

Accounts & Renewals

If you only need to pay for your licence visit Online Payments

To apply online or manage licences, you’ll need a MyCity account.

With a MyCity account you can:

  • Register a new dog ownership account
  • Register/add dog licences to your dog ownership account
  • Apply for a replacement dog tag (no duplicate tags available)
  • Apply for Spay/Neuter fee discount
  • Apply for Seniors fee discount
  • Inactivate a Dog Licence

Fees

Before January 31:

Type of dog  Rate  Over 65 Rate
Spayed or neutered  $25  $20
Unspayed or neutered  $62.50  $50
Certified guide dogs/service dogs
(Provide certificate/documentation)		  Free  Free
Dangerous dogs $100 $80
Replacement tags or transfer of licence  $6.25  $6.25

 After January 31:

Type of dog  Rate  Over 65 Rate
Spayed or neutered  $40  $25
Unspayed or neutered  $75  $60
Certified guide dogs/service dogs
(Provide certificate/documentation)		  Free  Free
Dangerous dog $125 $100
Replacement tags or transfer of licence  $6.25  $6.25

Payment Options

  • Online
    Online payment system. Use the account number in your invoice. (Contact Bylaw if you don't have one)
  • By Mail
    Submit the bottom part of the invoice and a cheque to:
    District of Squamish, PO Box 310, Squamish, BC, V8B 0A3
  • After Hours Drop Box
    Municipal Hall, 37955 Second Avenue.
    Cheque only. Do not leave cash in the drop box.
    The yellow drop box is on the wall to the right of the main doors.
  • In Person
    • Municipal Hall, 37955 Second Avenue
      Cash, credit, debit or cheque.
      Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    • RCMP Detachment front counter, 1000 Finch Drive
      Cash, credit, debit or cheque.
      Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Why Licence Your Dog

Your dog's licence fee support:

  • Reunites lost dogs with their families
  • Animal control bylaw enforcement and education
  • Shelter and care for lost dogs
  • Dog waste stations
  • Adoption programs