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Oshawa pet licences: cats, dogs, ferrets and purchase locations
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Cats, dogs and ferrets need an Oshawa licence. Choose an annual licence or, for a microchipped pet, a lifetime licence. Have the current rabies vaccine dates and microchip number ready.
Key information
Cats, dogs and ferrets need an Oshawa licence. Choose an annual licence or, for a microchipped pet, a lifetime licence. Have the current rabies vaccine dates and microchip number ready.
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City-listed pet licence fees
| Licence | Spayed or neutered | Unaltered | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $25 | $50 | Valid rabies vaccine |
| Lifetime | $40 | $60 | Microchip and valid rabies vaccine |
| Special-needs dog | No fee | No fee | Proof of registration |
| Replacement tag | $5 | $5 | Applies to all licence types |
Sources: Pet Licences
Your next steps at a glance
- Choose annual or lifetime
Compare fees and eligibility.
- Gather pet records
Prepare rabies and microchip information where required.
- Apply or renew
Use the online route or a listed veterinary office.
Sources: Pet Licences
Information to gather
Provide the date of the most recent rabies vaccination and its expiry date. The vaccine must be valid at purchase. A lifetime licence also needs the microchip number.
A licence can help Animal Services reunite a lost pet with its owner. The city includes one free ride home each year when a stray pet is wearing its licence tag. It can also contact an owner if the pet is injured while away from home.
Sources: Pet Licences
New application or renewal
For a pet not previously registered, apply through the Oshawa Application Portal. For renewal, create a portal account and email licensing@oshawa.ca to link it to existing pet licences. Once linked, select the licence under My Items.
To update owner or pet details on an existing licence, email licensing@oshawa.ca. The city also offers telephone and in-person purchase options. Veterinary offices below are the complete list on the city licence page; phone ahead for payment methods and opening hours.
Sources: Pet Licences
All five veterinary purchase offices in the city list
Bloor Street Animal Hospital
214 Bloor St. E., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
The city lists this veterinary office as a place to buy a pet licence. Contact the office first for hours and accepted payment methods.
- Phone
- 905-728-6000
Sources: Pet Licences
Callbeck Animal Hospital
575 Thornton Rd. N., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
The city lists this veterinary office as a place to buy a pet licence. Contact the office first for hours and accepted payment methods.
- Phone
- 905-438-1144
Sources: Pet Licences
Central Oshawa Animal Hospital
68 Centre St. N., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
The city lists this veterinary office as a place to buy a pet licence. Contact the office first for hours and accepted payment methods.
- Phone
- 905-436-0844
Sources: Pet Licences
East Oshawa Animal Hospital
1 Townline Rd. N., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
The city lists this veterinary office as a place to buy a pet licence. Contact the office first for hours and accepted payment methods.
- Phone
- 905-576-3344
Sources: Pet Licences
Grandview Bloor Animal Clinic
600 Grandview St. S., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
The city lists this veterinary office as a place to buy a pet licence. Contact the office first for hours and accepted payment methods.
- Phone
- 905-720-4888
Sources: Pet Licences
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Questions and answers
Which pets need a licence?
All cats, dogs and ferrets under Oshawa’s Responsible Pet Owners By-law.
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Does a lifetime licence need a microchip?
Yes. Provide the microchip number as part of a lifetime licence purchase.
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How much is an annual licence?
$25 for a spayed or neutered pet or $50 for an unaltered pet.
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How much is a lifetime licence?
$40 for a spayed or neutered pet or $60 for an unaltered pet.
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What vaccine details are required?
The latest rabies vaccination date and expiry date. The vaccine must be valid when purchasing.
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Do registered special-needs dogs pay?
The city lists no fee with proof of registration.
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How do I renew an existing licence online?
Create a portal account, ask licensing@oshawa.ca to link existing licences, then choose the licence in My Items.
Source: Pet Licences
How do I update my address or pet details?
Email licensing@oshawa.ca for an existing licence.
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Is there a benefit if my pet gets lost?
A pet wearing its licence tag qualifies for one free ride home each year, and its registration helps Animal Services contact the owner.
Source: Pet Licences