Michigan law requires that all dogs four months of age or older be licensed. Dog licenses are available beginning December 1st of each year for the next year (example: dog licenses for the year 2012 went on sale December 1, 2011) and are available through March 1.

• Neutered/Spayed dog: $10.00
• Intact dog: $20.00
• After March 1st (regardless of sterilization): $40.00

You MUST provide proof of sterilization and a current rabies certificate for your dog(s) in order to receive a license.

Any person owning a dog that becomes 4 months of age at any time after the first day of March shall secure a license and pay the applicable fee(s).

Why Should You License Your Dog?

Dogs which are licensed are guaranteed to be treated for prevention of rabies. Additionally, your dog's license number allows you to be identified and notified if your dog should stray and be picked up by Animal Control Officers. By licensing your dog on time, you pay the lowest possible licensing fees, and avoid potential fines for failing to license your dog.

Finally, you should license your dog because it is the law.

Annual Kennel Permit Fees - Subject to approval

• Each kennel with less than 10 dogs: $50.00
• Each kennel with 10 or more, but less than 25 dogs: $80.00
• Each kennel with 25 or more dogs: $120.00