RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill’s 2023 dog licences are now available for purchase. Annual dog licences expire December 31, are cost effective and easy to get. You can purchase or renew your dog licence quickly and conveniently: 

• Online through RichmondHill.ca/DogLicence
• In person at:
  • Our Municipal Office (225 East Beaver Creek Road)
  • Select Richmond Hill Community Centres
  • Select pet stores and veterinarian clinics 

A complete list of locations is available online. Please note, some facilities may be closed or operating on reduced hours during the holidays – view our holiday service schedule. 

Licensing Your Dog Has Its Benefits!

Licensing your dog automatically enrols your dog into our “Free-Ride Home” program should he or she get lost, and grants your dog access to our off-leash dog areas. It is also part of responsible dog ownership and helps cover municipal animal services costs, including:

• Providing emergency care for sheltered animals in the community
• Rescuing sick, injured and/or distressed domestic animals and wildlife
• Investigating animal care and dangerous issues

For more information and/or to renew or buy your Richmond Hill dog licence, visit RichmondHill.ca/DogLicence.

Media Contact

Patti Enright, Communications Advisor
patti.enright@richmondhill.ca