Annual Dog License Expires on June 30
All dogs, six months and older and living in the Town of Thomaston are required to have a license and rabies vaccination. Licenses expire on June 30th and must be renewed annually.
Regulations
All dogs, six months and older and living in the Town of Thomaston are required to have a license and rabies vaccination. Licenses expire on June 30th and must be renewed annually.
Regulations
- All resident dog owners are required to license their dog(s).
- All dogs six months or over must be licensed and wear collar and tag at all times.
- A dog without a tag is presumed to be unlicensed and is not protected by law.
- A tag must not be used on any dog other than the dog described in the license bearing corresponding number.
- You are liable for damage done by your dog, including damage to shrubs, flowers, or trees.
- Owners of roaming dogs are liable to prosecution.
- When a spayed or neutered dog is licensed for the first time, a certificate from a licensed veterinarian must be presented.
- All dogs must be vaccinated against Rabies and owners must submit a certificate to the Town Clerk when licensing their dog.
- Licenses expire every June 30th.
Licensing Fees
Neutered male, spayed female: $8.00
($2 is sent to State Animal Population Control Fund)
Male, Female: $19.00
($6.00 is sent to State Animal Population Control Fund)
Late Penalty: $1.00 per month or fraction thereof
Transfer of Ownership: $1.00 for new license/tag if already licensed
Lost Tag: $0.50
Change of Residence: $0.50 for new license or tag
Kennel License**: $50.00 plus $0.10 per tag for 10 tags
$100.00 plus $0.10 per tag for more than 10 tags
Guide Dog: Free
**Please be aware that obtaining this license does not negate the need for zoning approvals to operate a kennel on your property. Contact the Building & Land Use Office for further information.