- All dogs over three months old must have a licence and wear a tag.
- Licences are good for a calendar year and expire December 31.
- Maximum of three dogs allowed per single family dwelling.
- You must provide proof of spay/neuter for that fee category.
- You must provide a Guide Dog and Service Dog Certificate for that category. Please contact by phone or email to register or renew.
- Licence fees are non-refundable and vary based on a number of factors, see fee categories below.
- If you rehome your dog, the existing licence can be transferred to the new owner.
- Licences purchased for new dogs after September 30 are valid for the remainder of the year and the next calendar year.
You must provide proof of spay/neuter for that fee category. Your registration will be rejected if you do not include documents from your vet.
If you see an error message when renewing your dog licence please email us with the details.
| How to register/renew and pay for a dog licence |
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Please read these instructions and gather your necessary documents. |
| Login for online services |
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The button above takes you to our online services, where you will complete registration/renewal and pay online.
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| Provide dog information |
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When you are logged-in, select "Dog licence" and follow the prompts to provide information on your dog(s).
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| Pay online |
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Next you will be taken to the payment page. Complete payment details and click "Pay now". Once the payment is processed you will see your transaction record.
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| My Dog Matters confirmation |
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This program provides a reward card with discounts to local businesses for dog owners who have licensed their dog(s). If you would like to receive current reward card, please email dog.licensing@rdco.com. |
| Add the tag to your dog's collar/harness |
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If this is a new registration, we will send your dog tag by mail. If this is a renewal ensure your dog is wearing their current tag.
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Fee categories
Excludes nuisance, aggressive or dangerous dogs.
| Before March 1 | On or after March 1 | |
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Dogs - spayed/neutered |
$20 |
$40 |
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Dogs - not spayed/neutered |
$60 |
$80 |
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Registered service dogs |
$0 |
$0 |
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Valid out of area licence transfer |
$0 |
$0 |
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Replacement tags |
$5 |
$5 |
Nuisance, aggressive and dangerous dog licence fees
| Spayed/neutered | Not spayed/neutered | |
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Nuisance dogs |
$40 |
$80 |
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Aggressive dogs |
$100 |
$150 |
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Dangerous dogs |
$500 |
$500 |
Definitions:
- Nuisance dogs: Any dog that has been at large or impounded three times in the last 12 months or whose owner has been issued a Bylaw Offence Notice or Municipal Ticket three times in the last 12 months, or a dog that is menacing by repeatedly charging or lunging at a fence.
- Aggressive dogs: Any dog that has attacked, bitten, or caused injury or attempted to attack, bite, or cause injury to a person or domestic animal as determined by an Animal Control Officer.
- Dangerous dogs: Any dog that has seriously injured or killed a person or domestic animal as determined by an Animal Control Officer in accordance with section 49 of the Community Charter and its amendments.
Where to get a dog licence
You can register, renew, update information and pay for dog licences online or at several locations, listed below. It is your responsibility to keep your personal information up-to-date. If your information is inaccurate, you will likely not receive a dog licence renewal notice and it could be difficult to reunite you with your dog.
Replacement tags are not available online, they must be purchased in-person at one of the locations listed below.
Online |
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Register your dog(s) and pay through our online services portal. |
Kelowna |
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Regional District of Central Okanagan 1450 KLO Road
Dog pound 890 Weddell Place
City of Kelowna 1435 Water Street
Kelowna SPCA (by appointment only) 3785 Casorso Road |
West Kelowna |
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City of West Kelowna 2760 Cameron Road |
Peachland |
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District of Peachland 5806 Beach Avenue |
Lake Country |
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District of Lake Country 10150 Bottom Wood Lake Road
Residents on Okanagan Indian Band IR#7 in the Lake Country area are not required to purchase a dog licence. There is no program in place to get your dog home safely should it become lost. |
Westbank First Nation |
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Westbank First Nation (WFN) 515 Highway 97 South, West Kelowna
Dog licences through WFN are not part of the RDCO dog licensing program. However, should your dog be lost/found on RDCO land, we will work together to get your dog home safely to you. |
Okanagan Indian Band IR #7 |
| Residents on Okanagan Indian Band IR#7 in the Lake Country area are not required to purchase a dog licence. There is no program in place to get your dog home safely should it become lost. |
Cancel a dog licence
You can cancel a dog licence if:
- Your dog has passed away
- You re-homed your dog
- You have moved out of the Central Okanagan
Please contact us to cancel.
Reasons to get a dog licence
- It is easier to be reunited with your dog if they are lost.
- Accurate dog licence data supports planning for future service needs, like leashed and unleashed dog parks.
- Public safety (e.g. dog attack investigations and protection from dangerous dogs).
- There is a $300 fine for unlicensed dogs. Responsible Dog Ownership Bylaw No. 1343
- Fees support the Central Okanagan SPCA's spay and neuter program, public education initiatives and dog adoption services.
- Fees also support the operation of the local dog pound: food, shelter and veterinary care for lost and homeless dogs.
Dog kennel licences
All dog kennels require a licence. Kennels are classified as either hobby or service. Land use bylaws for each local government state whether or not a kennel is permitted and any other conditions that must be met. For more information and to apply online see the kennel licence application form.
Kennel licence fees
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Hobby kennels |
$125 |
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Services kennels |
$125 |
Definitions:
- Hobby kennels: a house or property where 4 to 20 dogs over the age of three months are kept.
- Service kennels: a facility or property where more than 20 dogs over the age of 3 months are kept, trained, cared for, bred, treated, or boarded for remuneration or purposes of sale.