12/08/2025
Hey pet owner’s!
It’s time to renew your dog’s license and double check that their microchip subscription is up to date. In Ohio, all dogs 3 months or older must have a valid license every year (or a
✅ License renewal season runs December 1 through January 31.
�💲 Typical cost: about $20/year or you can opt for multi-year or permanent licenses where offered.
�⚠️ If you miss the deadline, a late fee (often equal to the license fee) will be added and unlicensed dogs may face fines or other legal consequences.
More importantly, a valid license plus a working microchip dramatically improves the chances of reuniting if your dog ever gets lost.
A dog license is required by law. On the occasion that a dog becomes lost, dog tags are a useful tool in reconnecting the dog to its rightful owner. Any dog that is over three (3) months of age is required to have a license. According to Ohio Revised Code, dog wardens shall seize and impound all dog...
