Connecticut State Law requires all dogs 6 months of age or older to be licensed in the town of residency. License period is July 1st through June 30th. Licenses must be renewed each year during the month of June or a monthly penalty of $1.00 will apply. Fines for failure to license $75.00.
If you choose to license your dog in person, you can:
- Take it to the Town Clerk, 237 Elm Street, New Canaan where they will make a big fuss and give them dog biscuits. Within minutes your dog will be licensed and legal!
- You can also do this by mail by sending an APPLICATION to: Claudia Weber, Town Clerk, P.O. Box 447, New Canaan, CT 06840.
- You may renew & pay for your dog license(s) online by using your MasterCard, Visa or Discover Credit Cards. You may also pay via Debit Card or Electronic Check. There is a $1.75 convenience fee added to allow for this online service.
Dog License Fees are:
Dog who are spayed or neutered $8.00
Dogs who are not spayed or neutered $19.00
ONLINE RENEWAL
If you are renewing your dog's license, and the Town Clerk's office has been provided with the most up-to-date rabies information, you may also do this online by clicking HERE
If you have any questions please email: claudia.weber@newcanaanct.gov or call 203 594 3070.
Don't delay register your dog today!
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