The fastest and easiest way to get your dog license is to buy online through the dog license portal. You can update you and your dog's records, as needed.
In your neighborhoodWant to have your tag in hand immediately? Shop one of our neighborhood reseller locations.
Download, print, and mail in your application for us to process.
Licenses save lives
Fees from dog licenses go directly to the operation of the shelter and our animal control efforts in Cuyahoga County.
Reuniting loved ones
When your dog's license is attached to his collar we are able to easily reunite you and your lost pet.
Dog with a current year license are held at the shelter for 14 days for their owner to reclaim instead of the minimum stray hold, 72 hours.
Much like your car, your dog license registration gives you legal ownership of your dog, should they ever be stolen.
Ohio law requires all owners to license their dog yearly, or face penalties and possible citations.
Trouble with registration?