Your Licensing Guide

the Town of New Tecumseth

In accordance with local laws, pet licences are mandatory in the Town of New Tecumseth. In fact, licences are mandatory in nearly every community across North America. Why? Because licences help keep pets and the communities they live in safe. DocuPet was brought on board to simplify and improve pet licensing to benefit not only pet owners like you, but the entire community. DocuPet makes it easy for the Town of New Tecumseth to deliver a successful pet licensing program with a streamlined software and management solution that makes licensing a breeze for pet owners and administrators alike.

Check out the ways you can license your pet below and feel good knowing that 100% of licensing revenue funds are given to the Town of New Tecumseth to support important animal welfare initiatives helping to improve your community.

How to License

  • Online
  • In-person
  • Mail
  • Phone

The fastest and easiest way to license or renew is right here. You’ll create a profile for your pet, upload any necessary documents, process your licence registration, and receive purchase confirmations via email. Payment can be made using a credit card or Visa/Mastercard debit card. Each year, you just need to log in to your existing account and renew - it’s super easy!

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My pet has a licence, but it has expired or will very soon.

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I've never licensed a pet with the Town of New Tecumseth before.

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In person licensing is available at the following location(s) however it’s important to know you will still receive your tag in the mail:

Don’t forget to check hours of operation, appointment policies, and accepted payment methods prior to heading out.

Town Hall:
10 Wellington St. E., Alliston, ON L9R 1G8

Pet Valu Alliston:
36 Young St., Alliston, ON L9R 1P8

Canine Control:
6311 12th Line, Alliston, ON L9R 1V4

Animal Hospital of Beeton:
60 Main St. W., Beeton, ON L0G 1A0

Paw-Fect Pets 'N' Supplies:
50 Main St. E., Beeton, ON L0G 1A0

Pyne Hill Veterinary Hospital:
99 Queen St., Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0

Alliston Veterinary Clinic:
14 King St. S., Alliston, ON L9R 1H6

Beeton Veterinary Clinic:
109 Main St. W., Beeton, ON L0G 1A0

Arcticlight Kennels:
4 Mill St. E., Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0

Tottenham Animal Clinic:
4 Mill St. E., Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0

Town of New Tecumseth Joint Operations Centre:
6558 8th Line, Beeton, ON L0G 1A0

Petvalu Tottenham:
55 Queen St. S., Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0

New Tecumseth Animal Clinic:
33 Tottenham Rd, Alliston, ON L9R 1J9

The Healthy Dog Store:
17 Queen St. N., Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0

Pet Grocer:
312 Victoria St. E., Alliston, ON L9R 1K4

If you opt to license via snail mail - keep in mind processing your registration will take a lot longer!

Make sure you complete the below form in full and that it is free of any errors otherwise your registration may not be successfully processed. The fine print is there for a reason so keep an eye out for accepted payment methods, who the check should be made out to, where it should be mailed, and any required supporting documentation.

Pet licence form

Download Application Form

If you’re having trouble licensing online and need to get your registration processed in a hurry, you can give our customer care team a call and they may be able to process your pet licence over the phone. Note that we can only accept credit cards and Visa/Mastercard debit as payment.

DocuPet Customer Care: 1-855-249-1370
Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday (excluding holidays) from 9:00am-9:00pm EST

Town of New Tecumseth Details & Fees

Pet licences are required for all dogs living in the Town of New Tecumseth. They must be renewed every year prior to the expiration date. Licences expire exactly 365 days from the start date of the licence. You will receive reminders from us about upcoming licence expirations via mail, phone, and email.

New Licence Purchase Or If Licence Is Renewed Within 90 Days Of Expiry Sterilized Unsterilized
Regular $23.00 $35.00
Microchipped* $17.25 $29.25
Senior's Regular $12.00 $17.75
Senior's Microchipped* $6.25 $12.00
If Licence Is Not Renewed Within 90+ Days Of Expiry Sterilized Unsterilized
Regular $47.25 $58.00
New Licence Purchase Or If Licence Is Renewed Within 90 Days Of Expiry - Sterilized Dog
Regular $23.00
Microchipped* $17.25
Senior's Regular $12.00
Senior's Microchipped* $6.25
If Licence Is Not Renewed Within 90+ Days Of Expiry - Unsterilized Dog
Regular $35.00
Microchipped* $29.25
Senior's Regular $17.75
Senior's Microchipped* $12.00
If Licence Is Not Renewed Within 90+ Days Of Expiry - Sterilized Dog
Regular $47.25
If Licence Is Not Renewed Within 90+ Days Of Expiry - Unsterilized Dog
Regular $58.00

*You must include pets microchip number in order to apply for discounted rate.

Licence fees are subject to change without notice.

A replacement municipal tag is available for a $6.00 fee or at no additional charge when you license your pet.

Licence fees vary based on the spay/neuter status of your pet.

When licensing a Certified Guide or Assistance Dog for the first time, licensing must be done in person. Future renewals may be done online once the status is verified.

A fine up to $400 may be charged for failing to comply.

Late fees apply 90 days following licence expiration.

Pet owners must be 65 or older to qualify for senior citizen rates.

Residents of the Town of New Tecumseth are allowed to own a maximum of three dogs.

Is your dog Canine Good Certified? Recieve a 50% discount on your licence!

Frequently Asked Questions

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LICENSING OPTIONS, DATES, AND LOCATIONS

Licences expire exactly 365 days from the licence start date. If you renew prior to the upcoming expiration date, your pet's new licence will start the day after expiration, not on the date of purchase.

Partners typically receive licensing records from third party locations on a monthly basis. Once the licensing records have been picked up a member of your community's licensing team will upload the license record within 14 business days. Please reach out to your community directly to check on the status if you purchased a license and don't see the records reflected in your online account within 60 days of the purchase date.

You may license in person at the Town of New Tecumseth located at 10 Wellington St E in Alliston.

Licences are required to be renewed prior to the expiration date each year.

The Town of New Tecumseth provides licensing services for the following areas: Town of New tecumseth

No refunds are provided on licenses purchased regardless of circumstances.

Please visit the Town of New Tecumseth in person as kennel licensing is not processed through DocuPet. They are located at 10 Wellington St E in Alliston.

FEES AND FINES

Please visit the Town of New Tecumseth in person if you are qualifying for this rate for the first time. Once the team there verifies your designation you will be able to renew online in future years.

No, there is no discount for licensing multiple pets. Each pet will be charged the appropriate licensing fee. 

Visit this page for licensing options and fees. 

A fine up to $400 may be charged for failing to comply.

PET INFORMATION AND PROFILES

If you are moving please be sure to update your address by logging into your online account and navigating to your Profile Settings page. Even though you are moving you’ll still be able to keep your pet's tag and access your pet's online account. However, your current licence may not be valid in the new community you are moving to. Please get in touch with the pet licensing provider in the new community you are moving to in order to find out more information.

MUNICIPAL INFORMATION AND BYLAWS

Visit this page for information on licensing bylaws.

You are allowed for a maximum of 3 dogs per dwelling.

Unless your dog was obtained prior to DOLA coming into place, the following breeds are banned: Pit Bull Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, and American Pit Bull Terriers.

The following species are required to be licensed: Dogs

Please get in touch with the Town of New Tecumseth at 705-435-3900.

HELP DESK

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