Dog Licenses

The Town Clerk’s office is open to provide dog license services by mail to 111 North Main Street, Bristol, CT 06010 or in-person.

Requirements

If your dog is six months or older, State law requires that you obtain a license in the town where you reside. In order to obtain a license you must submit a current rabies vaccination certificate issued by your veterinarian. If the dog has been altered, you will also need to submit a spayed/neutered certificate from your veterinarian.

• Dog License Application

Licenses

You should renew your dog license by mail no later than July 1st of each year. To renew the license by mail, please include the following:

• A note with your name, address, telephone number, and your dog’s name, breed and color.
• A copy of your dog’s updated rabies and if applicable, a spayed/neutered certificate.
• The fee for spayed/neutered dog is $8.00.  The fee for male/female dog is $19.00.
• A self-addressed stamped envelope.
• For licenses renewed after July 1st of each year, there is a State penalty of $1.00/month.

Mail the above information, rabies certificate, fee and if applicable, spayed/neutered certificate to:

Fees

• Male/Female license - $19.00
• Neutered/Spayed license - $8.00
• Replacement tag - $0.50
• Transfer of ownership - $1.00
• Change of residence (town) - $0.50
• State of CT late penalty - $1.00/month