Dog Licensing

Dog Licensing Coordinator

Diane M. Brauchle
Phone Number: 973-948-5084
Email: Deputyclerk@frankfordtwp-nj.com

Dog Licensing and Fees

Any dog which has attained the age of seven months or possesses a set of permanent teeth shall be licensed by the owner or person who has the dog in his keeping. The fee for a license and registration tag shall be as follows:

• 1-year license for a Spayed/Neutered Dog: $16.00
• 1-year license for a Non-Spayed/Neutered Dogs: $19.00
• 3-Year License for a Spayed/Neutered Dog: $48.00
• 3-Year License for a Non-Spayed/Non-Neutered Dog: $57.00
• Late License Renewal Fee: $5.00 per month after January 31 of each year

Each license and tag shall be renewed annually, provided, however, that a dog owner shall have the option of obtaining a three-year license. A one-year license shall require proof of rabies vaccination with an expiration date of November 1st or later of the current licensing year. A three-year license shall require proof of rabies vaccination extending over the three-year term of the license, with an expiration date of November 1st or later of the third year of the licensing term.

Only one license shall be required in any licensing year for any dog owned in New Jersey, and such license issued by any other municipality shall be accepted by the Township as evidence of compliance with this section.

Dog license forms are due in January and are required for all dogs that reside in Frankford Township. Late fees accrue February 1st, and continue each and every month thereafter. License renewals are mailed to current dog owners in late November.

License forms for new dogs may be downloaded here or picked up from the licensing official.

Important Dog Licensing Information:

License for Newly Acquired Dogs or Dogs Attaining Age Required

[1982 Code § 5-1.8]
The owner of any newly acquired dog of licensing age or of any dog which attains licensing age shall apply for a license and registration tag for each dog within 10 days after such acquisition or attainment.

Dog Status Update

If you no longer own your dog, if he/she is deceased, or if you have moved out of the Township, please notify this office immediately. Failure to do so can result in unnecessary paperwork in the future and a possible summons.

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