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.
Animal Care and Control Bylaw
A renewed Animal Care and Control Bylaw was approved by Council on August 19, 2025 and is in effect as of May 19, 2026.
While its primary function is to facilitate a swift reunion should your pet become lost or displaced, the fees collected go towards supporting so much more than that - they benefit the animal community as a whole.
License Your Pet
Payments and applications can be done online, in-person at the Animal Care and Control Centre or by mail.
- Purchase or Renew Licence Online
- In-person: Animal Care & Control Centre, 13550 - 163 Street
- By Mail: PO Box 2670, Edmonton, AB T5J 2G4
Payments at Financial Institutions
Payment can also be made at any financial institution or via online banking payable to City of Edmonton Pet/Business Licences or Edmonton Pet and Business Licences.
Information Modifications
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.
Cat Fees
| Category | Annual Fee | 2-Year Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Spayed/Neutered | $23 | $46 |
| Spayed/Neutered - Seniors/Income Assistance See exception | $12 | $13 |
| Non-Spayed/Neutered | $78 | $156 |
| Replacement Tags | $15 |
Cat Fee Exceptions to the 2-Year Renewal Option
Fee Reductions
- Seniors and individuals on income support may receive a 50% discount on licences for spayed or neutered pets in their home (supporting documentation is required to qualify for these fee reductions).
- Applications must be made in person. Seniors have the option to apply online. Please call 311 for questions on special rates or for options if transportation is a barrier.
Dog Fees
| Category | Annual Fee | 2-Year Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Spayed/Neutered | $38 | $76 |
| Spayed/Neutered - Seniors/Income Assistance See exception | $19 | $38 |
| Non-Spayed/Neutered | $77 | $156 |
| Nuisance Dog | $101 | - |
| Vicious Dogs | $251 | See exceptions |
| Guide/Service Dogs | Free | See exceptions |
| Replacement Tags | $15 | - |
Dog Fee Exceptions to the 2-Year Renewal Option
- Licence applications for Assistance Dogs/Certified Assistance (Guide) Dogs and from individuals on income support must be made in person. Supporting documentation is required to qualify for these fee reductions. Please call 311 for questions on special rates or for options if transportation is a barrier
- If your dog is Vicious or ‘Nuisance’ as defined by the Animal Care and Control Bylaw, you must do so in person with all necessary supporting documents
Payment Information
- Visa, Visa Debit, Mastercard, Debit Mastercard and American Express credit cards are accepted
- You must be 18 or older to license a pet
- The maximum number of pets allowed per residence is 6 cats and 3 dogs
- Before you begin using the online system it is helpful to know:
- The birth date of your pet (or an approximation)
- If your pet has been spayed or neutered. If they have, please provide the date of their surgery as well as the name of the clinic where the surgery was performed (if available)
- Your pet's microchip or tattoo number, if applicable
Fees and Fines
All cats and dogs over 6 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.
Where Do My Licence Fees Go?
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.
Contact Us
Animal Care & Control Centre
Phone 311 | Outside Edmonton: 780-442-5311
Fax 780-496-8824
Address 13550 - 163 Street Edmonton, AB