Any Halifax owner who has not licensed their dog(s) by 4:30 pm on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, will incur a late fee of $50 per dog plus the cost of the license(s). The cost of a dog license is $10 for neutered or spayed dogs and $15 for dogs that are not neutered or spayed. An owner who has not licensed their dog(s) by Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, will be issued a court citation of $25 per dog, plus the late fee of $50 per dog as well as the cost of the license(s).
Residents can submit their dog license registration in-person, by mail or by using the drop-box located at the Town Hall parking lot entrance. Please include cash or a check payable to the Town of Halifax, a completed Dog License Registration form, rabies vaccination certificate(s), and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Alternatively, residents may process their dog license registration online at https://www.halifax-ma.org/pay. Online registrations are only valid if the Town Clerk’s Office has a current rabies vaccination certificate on-file. It is highly recommended to verify that all required materials are on-file before proceeding with a dog license registration online. You can do so by calling (781) 293-7970 or e-mailing ClerksOffice@halifax-ma.org.
All dogs must be licensed in accordance with Massachusetts General Law.
The Town Clerk’s office hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7 am to 4:30 pm and Tuesday from 7 am to 6:30 pm.
Download the dog license registration form PDF by going to www.halifax-ma.org.