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If you own a dog or cat in the City of Ottawa, you must ensure that it wears the numbered metal tag provided through the City's registration service, especially when it is outdoors. Dog and cat tag registrations expire each year on April 30. They must be renewed prior to then to ensure that your pet's information is kept up to date. You will be notified when it's time to renew your pet's registration.
Registering your pet provides a means by which it can be identified and returned home safely if it becomes lost. It also addresses public health and safety concerns associated with stray animals. Revenues derived from pet registration help offset the costs of animal control.
Dog and cat registrations may be obtained at various locations. When applying for a registration tag, please be prepared to provide proof of your pet's sterilization and/or microchipping, as applicable, so that your application can be processed quickly. Click here for a copy of the animal registration form (new registrations only).