Dog licences help return lost pets to their owners, increase safety in our community, and encourage responsible pet ownership in accordance with our Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw. Dogs over the age of six months living in Parkland County must be registered and wear a Parkland County dog licence tag. 

Cats do not require a licence in Parkland County.

What is the cost of a dog licence?

A dog licence is active for the life of your dog and may be transferred to another dog or replaced for a fee. If your dog is fixed, please bring the spay/neuter certificate as proof of surgery upon completing the application.

Dog Licence Fee (Bylaw 2015-09)
Dog license feesFees/charges

First license fee (fixed)

$40.00

First license fee (un-fixed)

$75.00

Replacement

$10.00

Vicious Dog Licence (annual)

$400.00

If you are a Parkland County resident, you can purchase your dog licence at the following locations:

Parkland County Animal Shelter

2700-48 St., Stony Plain.

The shelter is in the Enforcement Services office located at the north entrance of the building.

Parkland County Centre

53109A Highway 779, Parkland County.

Please feel free to complete Parkland County's Dog License Application and email the completed form to enforcement@parklandcounty.com for follow-up.

Animal Shelter Hours  

Animal Intake and Release (By appointment)

Weekdays from 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

 Walk-in hours Weekdays from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

For services outside these hours, please call 780-968-8400.