Act now before Ohio dog license fees double
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CLEVELAND (WJW) – Pet owners in Ohio are running out of time to get their furry friend a 2024 dog license.
The Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter is reminding Ohioans that the deadline to buy a dog license is Jan. 31. Fees double starting Feb. 1.
According to the Ohio Revised Code, all dogs three months and older must have an up-to-date license. Owners in violation face penalty fees.
In Cuyahoga County, a one-year tags are $20, three-year tags are $60 and lifetime tags are $200.
County residents can buy them at local Discount Drug Mart or Pet Supply Plus locations, the county animal shelter or online.
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The Summit County fiscal office also sent out a reminder, saying residents can find locations to purchase a dog license here.
Tag prices could vary by county.
Lost dogs wearing a license have a better chance of being reunited with their owners, the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter said in a media release.
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The shelter also said licensed dogs can stay at shelters longer than unlicensed strays.
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