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LicensingNew York

NYC Health Code § 161.03

Summary

All dogs in New York City must be licensed with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and the license tag must be attached to the dog's collar when in public.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    You have the right to a lower licensing fee if your dog is spayed or neutered.
  • 02.
    Licensing provides proof of rabies vaccination which is required for legal ownership.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Fines of $200 to $500 for failing to license or failing to display the tag.

Verified Citations

NYC Health Code § 161.03

Source
"A person who owns, possesses or controls a dog... shall have such dog registered and licensed."