Your Licensing Guide

Why License?

In accordance with local laws, pet licences are mandatory in the Township of Centre Wellington. 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 Township of Centre Wellington 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 Township of Centre Wellington 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!

Renew my pet's licence

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

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License a pet for the first time

I've never licensed a pet with the Township of Centre Wellington 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.

Township Municipal Office:
1 MacDonald Square, Elora ON

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 contact our customer care team and they may be able to process your pet licence over the phone. Note that you must have up to date spay/neuter or rabies documents on file and 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

Township of Centre Wellington
Details & Fees

Pet licences are required for all dogs living in the Township of Centre Wellington. 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.

Fee
Dog Licence $45.00
Dog Licence
Fee $45.00

A replacement municipal tag is available for a $10 fee or at no additional charge when you license your pet.

Residents of the the Township of Centre Wellington are allowed to own a maximum of three dogs.

A late fee of $10 will apply immediately following licence expiration.

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.

Please visit the Township of Centre Wellington in person as kennel licensing is not processed through DocuPet. They are located at 1 Macdonald Sq. in Elora.

If you are not able to license your pet online via our DocuPet platform, you may call the Township of Centre Wellington customer service team to update your record by calling 519-846-9691. 

The Township of Centre Wellington provides licensing services for the following areas: Township of Centre Wellington

It makes sense to renew your pet's licence early! You may renew your pet's licence within 60 days of your pet's current licence expiration 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.

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

You may license in person at the Township of Centre Wellington located at 1 Macdonald Sq in Elora.

No refunds are provided on licenses purchased regardless of circumstances.

FEES AND FINES

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

Late fees come into effect immediately following licence expiration.

For all online orders a processing fee is applied on license purchases at a rate of 2.9% plus $0.30 per transaction.

Visit this page for licensing options and fees. 

There are no senior rates to licence your pet.

Please visit the Township of Centre Wellington 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.

PET INFORMATION AND PROFILES

In order to activate your online account, you will need your access code and postal code. You may also activate your account with your pet's name, their existing tag number, your postal code and phone number. Your access code can be found on almost all communications sent to you from DocuPet, including your mailed renewal letter and printed receipt. Otherwise, you can contact the Township of Centre Wellington at 519-846-9691 and they will provide it.

You can license your pet online, on the phone by calling the Township Municipal Office at (519) 846-9691, or in person at Township Municipal Office located at 1 MacDonald Sq. in Elora ON.

We’re sorry! Unfortunately, unless you tell the Township of Centre Wellington that a pet is no longer in your care, we have no way of knowing. Have you already told the Township? You may have a duplicate account. Get in touch with Centre Wellington's customer service team to update your record by calling (519) 846-9691.

We're sorry for your loss. You can update a pet's profile via your online account or call the Township Municipal Office who can take care of it for you if you call (519) 846-9691.

MUNICIPAL INFORMATION AND BYLAWS

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.

Please get in touch with the Township of Centre Wellington at 519-846-9691.

The following species are required to be licensed: Dogs

Visit this page for information on licensing bylaws.

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

HELP DESK

Visit our DocuPet Help Desk for more information.