Get Mi Dog License

Under the dog law, it is unlawful for any person to own a dog six months or older unless the dog is licensed. MCL Sec. 287.262. It is also unlawful for a person to own a dog six months or older that does not wear a collar and tag at all times, except when engaged in hunting activities accompanied by his or her owner.

Dog License Licenses can be purchased through the mail, in person at the Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center, at your city or municipal building, a participating veterinarian or online.

Dogs and puppies must be vaccinated against distemper, parvovirus, and adenovirus-2. All vaccinations except for rabies must be given at least seven days before entering Michigan. Dogs 12 weeks of age or older must also be currently vaccinated against leptospirosis and rabies.

Any person who violates or refuses to comply with the licensing provisions of the Dog Law of 1919 is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not less than $10.00 but not more than $100.00, or up to three months in jail, or both.

The fee to be paid for a kennel license shall be $10.00 for 10 dogs or less, and $25.00 for more than 10 dogs. A fee of double the original license fee shall be charged for each previously licensed kennel, whose kennel license is applied for after June 1.

(a) No person or household shall own or harbor more than two dogs of six months of age or older or more than one litter of pups, or more than two cats of more than six months of age or more than one litter of kittens, or engage in the commercial business of breeding, buying selling, trading, training, or boarding cats ...

Dog License Fees: Dog License Fees1 Year3 Year*Current Spayed/Neutered$10.00$25.00Current Male/Female$25.00$60.00Replacement License (Lost Tag)$5.00$5.00*The rabies vaccination must be valid for the entire 3 year period.1 more row

You may now apply ONLINE for a your dog license here! You will need a copy of your dog's current rabies certificate (original or copy) and proof of spay/neuter (if not shown on the rabies certificate). Payment (see fee schedule) can be processed electronically with a debit or credit card.