To license your dog in Ottawa County, you'll need to obtain an annual license from the Ottawa County Treasurer's office. This must be done by April 1st of each year.
The license fee varies depending on the dog's vaccination status, with unvaccinated dogs costing $25 and vaccinated dogs costing $10.
You'll also need to provide proof of rabies vaccination, which is a requirement for all dogs in Ottawa County.
To purchase a license, you can visit the Ottawa County Treasurer's office in person or mail in an application with the required payment and documentation.
Ottawa County Dog License
To purchase your 2024 Dog license, you'll need to visit the website http://www.doglicenses.us/OH/Ottawa/.
The website is the official place to get your dog licensed for the year.
Ottawa County Offers 3-Year Licenses
Ottawa County has initiated a three-year dog license program, offering a convenient option for dog owners.
The 3-year license fees are $70 for male or female dogs, and $25 for neutered males and spayed females.
Dog owners can purchase a 3-year license if they update their dog's rabies vaccine at a local veterinarian's office.
Rabies vaccines are available anytime in the month in which they expire, giving dog owners plenty of time to get their dog licensed.
The County Treasurer's Office will continue to mail out reminder applications in the month prior to the month in which a dog's rabies vaccine expires.
Licenses can be purchased at the County Treasurer's office, participating veterinarians, or local government units, making it easy to get your dog licensed.
A delinquent fee of $15 will be added to the price of a dog license if it is not purchased by the end of the month after the vaccine is administered.
The first day of the following month marks the beginning of delinquency, so be sure to get your dog licensed on time.
The Anticipated List
The most popular dog names in Ottawa County are finally out, and you can check them online at miottawa.org/DogLicense.
The top five breeds licensed in Ottawa County from October 1, 2020, to September 30, 2021, are:
The list of popular dog names in Ottawa County is a fun way to see what's trending in your neighborhood.
If you're considering getting a new furry friend, make sure to license it with the County, as it's required by Michigan law since 1919.
Ottawa County Implements New Animal Control Ordinance
Ottawa County has introduced a new animal control ordinance that requires dog owners to license their pets by a certain deadline.
The deadline for licensing is March 31st of each year.
Counting and Tracking
County workers and interns have gone door to door in various Ottawa County townships, checking for licensed dogs.
They've already visited Holland, Georgetown, Allendale, and Park townships, and are now moving into Grand Haven and Zeeland townships.
Households with unlicensed dogs must get their dog licensed or pay a ticket.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if you don't license your dog in Michigan?
In Michigan, failing to license your dog can result in a fine of $10-$100 and/or up to three months in jail. Licensing your dog is a mandatory requirement to avoid these penalties.
Sources
- https://ottawacountyauditor.org/site-links/dog-license/
- https://www.mlive.com/grand-haven/2010/12/dog_license_increase.html
- https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIOTTAWA/bulletins/2fe8dad
- https://www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/politics/county/2018/05/31/ottawa-county-implements-new-animal/12096265007/
- https://rivergrandrapids.com/counting-all-dogs-counting-all-dogs-in-ottawa-county/
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