All dogs ages 6 months and older are required to be vaccinated against rabies and must be licensed where the dog resides.

• Dog license applications are being mailed with the annual census, but if you want a low tag number license your dog early!
• You may license your dog(s) in person, online, or by mail

Beginning Monday, December 4^h at 8:30 am, you can complete the license process:

• In person:         
  • 22 Monument Square, Mon – Thu: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm | Fri: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
  • Online (beginning December 4^th): 
    • Online dog licensing information: https://concordma.gov/543/Dog-Licenses
• By mail: 22 Monument Square, Concord, MA  01742

What you need:

1. Rabies vaccination certificate – must be current (may be on file at Town Clerk’s Office, if renewing or using a local veterinarian; email us if you are unsure)
2. Owner information: Name, address, phone#, and email
3. Dog name, breed, and date of birth
4. Payment:  $15 ($20 if not spayed / neutered) cash or check (payable to “Town of Concord”).  Online payments require credit or debit card payments.
   1. Kennel licensing fees vary if you have more than 3 dogs.
   2. Kennel/Boarding location inspection is required prior to issuance of any kennel licenses.
5. Self-addressed, stamped envelope (2 forever stamps for up to three dog tags)

Important deadlines:

• March 31, 2024:         Grace period for dog licensing ends
• April 1, 2024:               $25 late fee applies along with possible fines

For further information, contact:       

Town Clerk’s Office
22 Monument Square
Concord, MA 01742
townclerk@concordma.gov
978-318-3080