Your printed license certificate is proof of current dog license. The sticker is a courtesy to dog owners and is not required to be affixed to the tag.

You will receive a new sticker when you renew your license. The Department of Health does not replace dog license expiration stickers.

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygieneĭog License Expiration Sticker Replacement If you do not have access to e-mail, you can send a letter with the above information to: You can get a free replacement of your dog license certificate by sending an email to Include the dog license number, your name and your address. You can learn how to make changes to a dog license, request a replacement dog tag or license certificate, or report a found dog license tag. You should contact New York State or your local health department to get information about licensing your dog where you live. Refunds take about six weeks to be processed. If you live outside of the 5 boroughs and submitted a dog license application to the City of New York, your payment will be refunded to you. The City of New York licenses only those dogs that live with their owners in New York City's five boroughs. Business owners must abide by the requirements of the ADA with respect to service dogs and allow access to their establishments or facilities regardless of whether the dog is wearing a service tag or not. The ADA does not require state or local certification for service dogs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a service animal as any guide dog, signal dog, or other animal trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability. There are no other licenses or permits required for service dogs.

You can get your tag replaced by using the Online Dog Licensing System.Īll dog owners, including owners of Service Dogs, are required to get a New York City dog license and renew it annually. If your dog has lost his tag, you can order a replacement tag for $1. If you're renewing your dog's license, there is no need for a new tag. Stickers that have the expiration date of the license are no longer being issued. Only newly licensed dogs will receive a dog tag. You may then renew your license at the reduced rate online when your license is up for renewal.ĭog Tag Replacement and Renewal Information If you are a first-time applicant and your dog is spayed/neutered, you can pay the reduced $8.50 fee by mailing in a paper application. In order to prove that your dog is spayed/neutered, you must submit a copy of the spay/neuter certificate from your veterinarian along with the application, or complete and notarize the affidavit on the applicationĪ check or money order should be made payable to NYC DOHMH. The fee to license your dog in New York City is $8.50 if your dog is spayed/neutered, or $34 if you do not provide proof that your dog is spayed/neutered.

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