Penticton dog licences: fees and how to get one
How do I get a dog licence, and what does it cost?
Short answer
A dog older than three months that lives in Penticton for more than 30 days needs a City of Penticton licence. In 2026 it costs $70, or $35 if the dog is spayed or neutered. Buy it at City Hall or at the animal shelter; renew online.
Key facts
| Licence required | Yes. A licence is required for a dog older than three months if you live in Penticton for more than 30 days.Dog Licences, Dog Licences page · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06Official wordingdog licences are required if you live in the city for more than 30 days and your pet is older than three months old |
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| Issued by | The City of Penticton. Sold at City Hall (171 Main St.) or at the City Animal Shelter, 2330 Dartmouth Drive.Dog Licences, Dog Licences page · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06Official wordingLicences can be purchased at City Hall, 171 Main St. Animal Shelter Facility located at 2330 Dartmouth Drive |
| Fee, spayed or neutered | $35 a year (2026), with proof of spaying or neutering from a veterinarian or a sworn declaration.Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2014-07, Appendix 2 Animal Control (consolidated October 2026), Appendix 2, Animal Control; Dog Licences, Dog Licences page, fee table · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06Official wordingSpayed or Neutered Dog (where proof from a veterinarian or sworn declaration is provided) $35.00 $35.00 Neutered or Spayed | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Fee, not spayed or neutered | $70 a year (2026).Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2014-07, Appendix 2 Animal Control (consolidated October 2026), Appendix 2, Animal Control; Dog Licences, Dog Licences page, fee table · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06Official wordingUnspayed or Unneutered Dog** $70.00 $70.00 Not Neutered or Spayed | $70.00 | $70.00 |
| Other fees and discounts | Dog brought into the City after June 30: 50% off the licence fee. Late renewal: extra $10. Replacement tag: $11.30 (same if you hold a current licence from another BC local government). Service, guide or RCMP dog with certification: no charge.Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2014-07, Appendix 2 Animal Control (consolidated October 2026), Appendix 2, Animal Control; Dog Licences, Dog Licences page, fee table · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06Official wordingLicence fees for new dogs brought into the City after June 30th Renewal Late Charge (paid after January 31st) Additional $10 to Additional $10 to Replacement for lost or damaged tag $11.30 $11.50 Service, Guide or RCMP Dog (where certification is provided) No Charge No Charge Replacement Tag | $11.00 | $11.30 Late fee applied for all renewal tags purchased after the renewal due date | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Renewal | The City page says licences and tags expire December 31 each year and renewal notices go out in early November. The Fees and Charges Bylaw says the annual renewal is due January 31 and adds $10 if paid after that.Sources differ: City page: expire Dec. 31, renewal notice early November. Fees bylaw: renewal due January 31, late charge after January 31. The two can be read together (expiry Dec. 31, fee due by Jan. 31) but the documents do not say so; the Animal Control Bylaw itself could not be read.Dog Licences, Dog Licences page; Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2014-07, Appendix 2 Animal Control (consolidated October 2026), Appendix 2, Animal Control · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06Official wordingLicences and tags expire on Dec. 31 each year Renewal notices are issued annually in the beginning of November Annual Licence Fee Renewal due January 31st of each year Renewal Late Charge (paid after January 31st) |
| How to get one | In person at City Hall (250-490-2400) or by appointment at the Animal Shelter, 2330 Dartmouth Drive (250-492-3801). Renewals can be paid online using the account number and access code on the renewal notice. Pay by cash, cheque, debit or credit card.Dog Licences, Dog Licences page · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06Official wordingDog licences can be purchased through City Hall in person (250-490-2400) or by appointment at the Animal Shelter Facility (250-492-3801). Dog licence renewals can be paid online through the City Payment can be made by cash, cheque, debit, and credit card (Visa & Mastercard - fee applies). |
| Fine, unlicensed dog | Bylaw notice for failing to licence a dog (s. 8.1): $200 ($190 if paid within 14 days, $210 if paid late). Municipal ticket: $400.Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 2012-5037 (consolidated June 2026), Schedule A, Appendix 2; Ticket Information Bylaw No. 2012-5021 (consolidated June 2026), Schedule B2 · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06Official wordingFail to licence 8.1 $200.00 $190.00 $210.00 Yes Fail to licence 8.1 $400.00 |
| Bylaw | Animal Control Bylaw No. 2021-02Ticket Information Bylaw No. 2012-5021 (consolidated June 2026), Schedule B2; Animal Services, Dog Owner Responsibilities · Wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06Official wordingAnimal Control Bylaw No. 2021-02 The Animal Control Bylaw No. 2021- 02 requires you to have your dog licenced |
How it works
The Animal Control Bylaw No. 2021-02 (PDF) is the City's dog bylaw. The City's Dog Licences page says a licence is required if you live in the city for more than 30 days and your dog is older than three months. The bylaw itself is a scanned image that could not be read, so check details with Animal Care and Control.
Steps
- Get proof of spaying or neutering from a veterinarian, or a sworn declaration, if you want the $35 fee. If you give proof after buying, the difference is credited.
- Buy the licence at City Hall, or book an appointment at the animal shelter, 2330 Dartmouth Drive.
- Each year, renew online with the account number and access code on your renewal notice. You can pay by cash, cheque, debit or credit card (Visa and Mastercard, fee applies).
Good to know
- The two official sources differ on timing. The City page says licences expire December 31; the Fees and Charges Bylaw says the annual renewal is due January 31 and adds $10 after that. Confirm with Animal Care and Control.
- The replacement tag is the same $11.30 if you hold a current licence from another BC local government.
- Not licensing a dog: a bylaw notice is $200 ($190 if paid within 14 days); a municipal ticket is $400. Not putting the tag on the dog: a bylaw notice is $100; a municipal ticket is $200.
- Guard dogs and designated dogs cost more (see the dangerous dogs answer).
What you'll need
- Proof of spay or neuter from a veterinarian, or a sworn declaration, for the lower fee
- Certification for a service, guide or RCMP dog to get the no-charge licence
Official forms and pages
The same question in other places
Summerland · Peachland · Oliver · Keremeos · West Kelowna · Kelowna
Sources
- Dog Licences, City of Penticton (read 2026-11-05)
- Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2014-07, Appendix 2 Animal Control (PDF) (consolidated October 2026) (read 2026-11-05)
- Animal Services, City of Penticton (read 2026-11-05)
- Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 2012-5037 (PDF) (consolidated June 2026) (read 2026-11-05)
- Ticket Information Bylaw No. 2012-5021 (PDF) (consolidated June 2026) (read 2026-11-05)
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