Updated as of December 30, 2025
2026 PET TAGS NOW ON SALE
Register your dogs and cats before March 1 and save!
All dogs and cats in Stratford are required to wear a registration tag at all times (By-law 195-2002). Dog and cat tag registrations expire each year on December 31 and are renewed annually to ensure your pet’s information is up to date. A tag allows the Humane Society to return your pet to you should they ever be found wandering. The first time your pet is found wandering by the Humane Society, your pet receives a free ride home!
Fees
The cost for a pet tag is:
|
Type of Pet Licence |
Before March 1, 2026 |
As of March 1, 2026 |
|
Dog/Cat – sterilized |
$20.00 |
$30.00 |
|
Dog/Cat – not sterilized |
$50.00 |
$60.00 |
|
Dog/Cat - under 1 year old |
$20.00 |
$20.00 |
|
Special Needs Dog |
No charge; registration required |
No charge; registration required |
Seniors (age 65 or older) receive a discount on annual identification tags as follows:
| Dog or Cat | Before March 1, 2026 | As of March 1, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
|
Dog/Cat - sterilized |
$17.00 |
$25.50 |
|
Dog/Cat - not sterilized |
$42.50 |
$51.00 |
|
Dog/Cat - under 1 year old |
$17.00 |
$17.00 |
Note: New residents to Stratford may exchange their current identification tag from another municipality at no cost for a current City of Stratford tag (one time only). Replacement tags cost $10.00. A Kennel/Cattery License is $550.00.
Licence fees pay for the tag and assist animal control officers in identifying and returning lost pets, teaching about animal safety and keeping our neighbourhoods safe for both pets and people.
Where to Purchase Pet Tags
Identification tags can be purchased at the following locations:
- Stratford-Perth Humane Society – 125 Griffith Road, 519-273-6600
- City Hall, Clerk’s Office – by calling 519-271-0250, extension 5237
Dog & Cat Licence 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.
Locations to Purchase Your Annual Dog/Cat Licence
- Stratford Perth Humane Society, 125 Griffith Road
- Clerks Office, City Hall 1 Wellington Street
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.
Registration of Exotic Animals
Owners of exotic animals are required by By-law 195-2002 to register their animals. Contact the Humane Society at 519-273-6600 to register your exotic animals. There is no cost for registration.
For More Information
Visit the Stratford Perth Humane Society's website for further information.