Dog Licences
Who needs a dog licence?
Every person who owns or harbours a dog in the City of Windsor is required under
By-law 245-2004 to register the dog and purchase a dog licence.
- A dog tag is to be securely fixed on the dog at all times until the tag is renewed or replaced.
- Failure to renew a dog licence before the February 1st deadline will result in penalties and/or possible charges under By-law 245-2004.
Purchasing In Person
Visit the Licensing Division (Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.), Room 203, 350 City Hall Square West. Payment can be made by Debit Card, Visa, MasterCard, Cheque or Cash. Please note that there is a $5.00 fee to replace lost dog licence tags that can only be purchased in person at the Licensing Division.
Or purchase at the following locations:
Purchasing By Mail
Mail a cheque or money order in the prescribed amount made payable to the City of Windsor to the following address (being sure to include your name, address, phone number, and the breed and number of dogs):
- Licensing Division
350 City Hall Square West
Room 203
Windsor, Ontario
Canada
N9A 6S1
Dog Licence Fees
New Dog(s) or First-Time Dog Owner(s):
Within ten (10) days of becoming the guardian of a dog two (2) months of age or older, you must obtain a dog licence. Please see first chart only (below) for fees under column marked "Before Feb. 1".
Renewal Fees:
Before February 1st of every year, you must renew your dog licence(s) or be subject to late fees. Please see both charts under all columns.
2013 Renewal Fees for Dog Licences
| 1st Spayed or Neutered |
$15.00 |
$30.00 |
$45.00 |
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| 2nd Spayed or Neutered |
$15.00 |
$30.00 |
$45.00 |
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| 1st Unaltered male or female |
$32.00 |
$64.00 |
$96.00 |
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| 2nd Unaltered male or female |
$32.00 |
$64.00 |
$96.00 |
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A copy of the Spayed/Neutered Certificate must be provided at the time the licence is purchased.
Pit Bulls (Restricted Dogs)
Restricted Dog Licences (Pitbull type of dog) have different regulations and may only be purchased by visiting the Licensing Division in person. Please contact (519) 255-6200 for more details.
By-law 245-2004 prohibits the pit bull breed of dog. As stated in the by-law, "Pit Bull" means:
(i) Pit Bull Terrier, or
(ii) Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or
(iii) American Staffordshire Terrier, or
(iv) An American Pit Bull Terrier
(v) Any dog which has the appearance and physical characteristics predominantly conforming to the standards for any of the above breeds, as established by the Canadian Kennel Club or the American Kennel Club or the United Kennel Club or as determined by a veterinarian licensed to practice in Ontario.
Licences for Pit Bulls are issued on a renewal basis only to those who purchased a dog licence prior to September 30, 2004.
2013 Renewal Fees for Pitbull Dogs Only
| 1st Restricted Dog |
$100.00 |
$110.00 |
$137.00 |
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| 2nd Restricted Dog |
$125.00 |
$137.50 |
$165.00 |
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For general information, call 311. For detailed inquiries, call (519) 255-6200, Option 1.