dogs and cats

Dog & Cat License

NEW! Pet license services can now be accessed online, including applying for new licenses and renewing existing ones. Online transaction fee is $1.50.

License Fees

Cats

  • Neutered: $7

  • Unneutered: $10

Dogs

  • Spayed: $7

  • Unspayed: $10

When to License Your Pet

A dog or cat which has reached the age of 7 months or possess a set of permanent teeth, must be licensed.

Exceptions

  • Pets currently licensed in another town in New Jersey are not required to be re-licensed until the following year.

  • Newly acquired pets must be licensed within 10 days of acquisition.

  • Pets must be licensed within 10 days of reaching licensing age.

  • Pets currently licensed in another state must be re-licensed in the Township within 90 days.

Requirements

  • All pet licenses expire on January 31 of each year.

  • Licenses must be issued in the name of an adult member of the household.

  • No pets are permitted to run at large. Owners will be subject to a fine.

If unable to register online, complete the form and return with check to Town Hall:
 2026 Dog and Cat License Form (PDF).