The law requires all dogs six months old or over to be licensed annually by January 1st. Email notifications for 2026 registration renewals have gone out to owners of previously registered dogs. If your dog is unlicensed, be advised you may be issued citations. Grace period ends March 12, 2026, after which late fees accrue. 

Register or renew licenses online or at the Town Clerk’s office with an updated rabies certificate and payment.  The license fee is $15 for spayed/neutered dogs, $20 for unaltered dogs. For details and more information on dog ownership in Arlington, visit arlingtonma.gov/dogs.