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State Law
State Law requires that all dogs in the Commonwealth over 6 months of age be vaccinated against rabies and licensed annually. Dogs must be licensed by March 31 each year in order to avoid penalty. Dogs not licensed by March 31 each year may be subject to a fine of up to $50 in addition to licensing and late fees. Owners of more than three dogs are required to have an annual inspection of the area where dogs are kept prior to obtaining a kennel license.
License Your Dog Annually by March 31st to Avoid Late Fees
Concord's comfort dog Thor proudly wears his 2026 dog tag!
ONLINE
We are using a new online database for dog licensing. Choose "Click here to renew" if you have licensed your dog in the past and "Apply for a dog license" if your four-legged friend is new to Concord.
Renewing your dog's license?
Click here to renew (online)
First time licensing in Concord?
Apply for a dog license (online)
Checklist for Licensing Your Dog Online
- Digital file (PDF, JPEG, TIFF, etc.) of your dog's current rabies certificate from your veterinarian.
- Credit card or checking account payment information. (banks charge an additional fee for processing online payments).
BY MAIL
Mail in a completed application along with payment (as shown on application) and a self-addressed, stamped envelope, and rabies certificate.
2026 Dog License Application (printable)
IN PERSON
Bring in a completed application along with payment (as shown on application), and rabies certificate. Our hours are M-Th 8:30am-4:30pm; Fri 8:30am-12:30pm.
As always, contact us by email (townclerk@concordma.gov) or phone (978-318-3080) with questions.
Dogs licensing typically begins in December for the following calendar year. A $25 late fee applies after March 31st unless you are a new owner, or the dog is new to Concord.
Commercial Kennels
Application packet (printable)
Personal Kennel License
For owners more than four dogs.
Contact the Animal Control Officer through Police Dispatch to schedule an inspection before applying for a personal kennel license.
RESOURCES
Registration & Licensing of Dogs: Chapter 140, Section 137
Kennel Licenses: Chapter 140, Section 137A
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Town Clerk
Physical Address
22 Monument Square
Concord, MA 01742
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 535
Concord, MA 01742
Phone: 978-318-3080Fax: 978-318-3193
Standard Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8:30AM – 4:30PM
Friday: 8:30AM – 12:30PM
Closed on Legal Holidays