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A pet licence is a unique ID that tells us your pet belongs to you. It allows reunification more quickly if your pet ever gets lost or displaced in an emergency. However, pet licencing fees go towards supporting so much more than that - they benefit the animal community as a whole.
Your pet license also includes your City of Edmonton pet tag which helps increase the likelihood that if your pet is wearing it when it gets out it will be reunited with you. It also includes one free ride home each year.
For approximately 6,000 lost pets and stray animals each year.
We partner with the Edmonton Humane Society and support other local rescues by ensuring that every animal that is transferred to them has been spayed/neutered and vetted before being transferred to the rescue to find their furever home.
Additionally, we offer the Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) grant to not-for-profit pet rescue organizations that operate within the City. Grants are used specifically for rescue animals in need of medical attention that aligns with ACCC's missions, including: spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchipping, dental work and surgeries that result in an increased adoptability rate for the animals in care.
Every animal that finds its way into ACCC is given a medical exam, vaccinated and treated for any illness or injury. With an in-house surgery suite, we are also able to perform emergency surgeries. We also partner with Guardian Veterinary Centre which provides emergency veterinary care after-hours on behalf of the City.
We contribute to the funding of the Edmonton Humane Society’s PALS program which assists Edmontonians who are unable to afford spay/neuter services. We also run programs such as Fix a Feline in an effort to support vet clinics and Alberta Helping Animal society. By helping spay/neuter animals in Edmonton, we take one step closer to getting at the root of pet overpopulation, preventing unwanted litters and reducing the number of homeless pets.
Responsible pet owners not only look after their pet’s health and wellness, but they also make sure their pet is a positive addition to the community. Our officers investigate complaints involving the neglect and abuse of animals within the City under the provincial Animal Protection Act.
Note: If you are applying for a reduced fee because you receive Income Assistance, your dog is ‘Restricted’ or ‘Nuisance’ as defined by the Animal Licensing and Control Bylaw or you are applying for a Guide/Assistance dog exemption, please do so in person with all necessary supporting documents.
All cats and dogs over six months of age — even indoor pets — must be licensed and need to be renewed every 12 months. The City of Edmonton encourages owners to spay or neuter their pets by offering reduced licence fees.
The fine for not having a valid pet licence is $250...which is a lot more than the licence fee!
Please note that pet licence fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable once paid.
| Annual Fee | Two-Year Fee (NEW) | |
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| Spayed/Neutered | $22 | $44 |
| Seniors/Income Assistance | $11 | * |
| Non-Spayed/Neutered | $77 | $154 |
| Replacement Tags | $15 |
| Annual Fee | Two-Year Fee (NEW) | |
|---|---|---|
| Spayed/Neutered | $37 | $74 |
| Non-Spayed/Neutered | $77 | $154 |
| Nuisance Dog | $100 | * |
| Restricted Dogs | $250 | * |
| Seniors/Income Assistance | $18.50 | * |
| Guide/Service Dogs | Free | * |
| Replacement Tags | $15 |
If you move, no longer have your pet or your contact information changes, please let us know. Information can be updated online, in-person or by calling 311.
13550 - 163 Street
Edmonton, AB
Facility information and hours
| Telephone | In Edmonton: 311 Outside Edmonton: 780-442-5311 |
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| Online | Contact 311 |
| Fax | 780-496-8824 |
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