The City of Stratford's by-law # 195-2002 states that all dogs and cats must be licensed yearly and the license must be renewed annually.
These license fees pay for the tag and assists animal control officers in identifying and returning lost pets, teaching about animal safety and keeping our neighbourhoods safe for pets and people.
Dog & Cat License Application
Please print and complete the application form below and take it with the application fee to one of the convenient locations identified below or mail it to City Hall. Tags can be purchased online from the Humane Society.
Convenient Locations to Purchase Your Annual Dog/Cat License
- Stratford-Perth Humane Society, 125 Griffith Road
- Clerks Office, City Hall 1 Wellington Street
- Ruffin's Pet Centre Stratford Mall, 1067 Ontario Street
- Global Pet Foods, 684 Ontario Street
- Better Dog Training & Behaviour, 560 Huron Street
- Coventry Animal Hospital, 535 Huron Street
- Avon Pet Hospital, 345 Douro Street
- Romeo Pet Hospital, 782 Downie Street
- Perth Veterinary Services, 80 Lorne Avenue West
Dog & Cat License Fees
Rabies Vaccination
- Vaccinating your dog and cat will slow the spread of the rabies virus and protect you, your family, your pets and your community from this destructive disease.
- The set fine for not having up-to-date rabies vaccinations for your dog or cat is $85 and enforced by the Perth District Health Unit.