 An Oakland County dog license is required for all dogs four months of age or older, and a dog license must be purchased within 30 days of:
- A puppy turning four months of age or
- A dog moving into Farmington Hills
The following are required in order to obtain a dog license:
- Proof of rabies vaccination (must show dog owner’s name and address)
- Proof of neutering (in order to receive a neutered/spayed fee discount)
Where/How to Pay: Dog licenses for 2025 are available for purchase from January 1 to November 30:
Oakland County Animal Control
City of Farmington Hills Treasury Division counter
- Located at City Hall 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Pay with cash or check
- Pay with a credit card (additional 3% third-party fees apply, $2 minimum)
Register by mail with the City of Farmington Hills from January 1 to June 1, must include:
- Request form
- Copy of a valid rabies certificate
- Self-addressed stamped envelope and
- Check or money order
Fee Schedule:
| One Year: |
Jan 1 - June 1 |
Delinquent One Year: |
June 2 - Nov 30 |
| Spay/Neutered |
$15.00 |
All |
$40.00 |
| Male/Female |
$25.00 |
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| Senior Spay/Neutered |
$14.00 |
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| Senior Male/Female |
$23.00 |
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| Three Year: |
Jan 1 - June 1 |
Delinquent Three Year: |
June 2- Nov 30 |
| Requires three-year rabies vaccination valid thru 2026 |
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Requires three-year rabies vaccination valid thru 2026 |
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| Spay/Neutered |
$40.00 |
Spay/Neutered |
$55.00 |
| Male/Female |
$70.00 |
Male/Female |
$85.00 |
| Senior* Spay/Neutered |
$37.00 |
Senior* Spay/Neutered |
$52.00 |
| Senior* Male/Female |
$64.00 |
Senior* Male/Female |
$79.00 |
*Senior (pet owner) = 65 years old or over
Reasons to License your Dog:
- State Law since 1919
- Licensed pets have a better chance of being found if they are lost
- Provides proof of ownership
- Dog license fees support Oakland County Pet Adoption Center
Need a replacement dog tag?
Contact Oakland County Animal Control at 248-452-9890 to request a replacement dog tag to be mailed to you.
Questions? Contact Oakland County Animal Control at 248-858-1070 or the City of Farmington Hills Treasury Division at 248-871-2480.
Learn more about the City's Dog Park here |
