To get your Athens County dog licensed, you'll need to provide proof of rabies vaccination. This typically involves a certificate from a licensed veterinarian.
The rabies vaccination must have been administered within the past 3 years to be considered valid.
Dog Licenses
Dog licenses are required by state law in Athens County, so make sure to purchase or renew your pet's license by January 31st.
Licensing your dog ensures it will be returned safely and quickly if it becomes lost. You can buy a license from the Athens County Auditor's office or the Athens County Dog Shelter.
Renewal applications have been mailed to all current licensed dog owners. If you're a new resident, you'll need to purchase a license.
Dog licenses for 2024 went on sale, and they're valid through January 31, 2024. If you buy the license after the deadline, all fees double.
The normal licensing fee is $24, but a ten dollar exemption is available if your dog meets certain requirements. These requirements include being spayed or neutered.
Revenue from tag sales keeps the shelter running. In fact, last year dog owners purchased 8,000 tags.
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For Sale
Dog licenses for 2024 are now on sale at the Athens County Auditor's Office.
You can purchase or renew your pet's license at the Athens County Auditor's Office.
License Reminder
Don't Forget to License Your Dog Before January 31!
The deadline to register your dog in Athens County is January 31, so don't wait to get your dog licensed.
If you don't register your dog by the deadline, you'll face higher fees, which is $48 for a license, double the normal licensing fee.
You can purchase a license at the Athens County Auditor's office or at the Athens County Dog Shelter.
If you buy the license before January 31, it's $24, and there's a $10 discount if your dog meets certain requirements, such as being spayed or neutered.
Revenue from tag sales keeps the shelter running, and last year, 8,000 tags were sold.
To make things easier, you can print the Athens County Registration Form, fill it out, and take it with you.
Remember, if you don't display the tag, you could face fines.
Curious to learn more? Check out: What Happens If Your Dog Doesn't Have a License
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fine for not having a dog license in Ohio?
In Ohio, failing to register a dog you own, keep, or harbor results in a fine of $25-$75 for the first offense. This unclassified misdemeanor penalty applies to dog owners, keepers, and harborers who neglect to obtain a dog license.
Sources
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- https://www.athensnews.com/news/dog-license-deadline-is-january-31/article_1d79dbee-9b5f-11ed-91b6-030271b1c021.html
- https://www.athensmessenger.com/connect/dog-licenses-now-available/article_ecad947d-e546-57ba-8a88-bc669e5ec353.html
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