Get your Hamilton County Dog License Today!
By law, (ORC 955.01), all dogs in the State of Ohio who are three months of age or older, must be licensed by January 31st of each year, or within 30 days of bringing a new dog into your family.
Hamilton County Dog Licenses can be purchased at Cincinnati Animal CARE any day of the week between 1-6 pm. The standard licensing period runs from December 1st through January 31st. Licenses can also be purchased at the Hamilton County Auditor’s Office.
- Dog Licenses are $19.75
- Late Dog Licenses are $38.75
Benefits of having a valid dog license
You'll be a Law Abiding Citizen
It’s the law in the state of Ohio that all dogs over the age of three months must be licensed annually.
Fees Support the Shelter
It supports your county animal shelter! 100% of the proceeds from license purchases benefit the shelter.
You'll Be Reunited Quicker
If worn on your dog's collar, the license acts as an ID that can get your dog home, if your dog is lost.
Cheaper than the Alternative
License fees are cheaper than fines and citations for not having a valid county dog license!
