Paper applications will NOT be included with this year's annual Town census, but there are several ways you can license your dog!

Online: All renewals can be processed online.  Look up your dog's current information and renew online here. 

In-Person: We are available to license your dog in the Town Clerk's Office during regular business hours: M, W, TH: 8:30a-4p, T: 8:30a-7p, Fri: 8:30a-1p. Please bring a copy of your dog's current rabies vaccination with you.

By Mail: Licensing applications are still available on the Town's website. Return the completed application with a copy of the rabies certificate and a check made out to Town of Chelmsford OR email your application materials to dogs@chelmsfordma.gov.

Dog Licenses Fees 

• December 1 through February 28, $15 or $20 for unaltered
• March 1, $20 or $25 for unaltered
• April 1, $25 or $30 for unaltered
• May 1, $30 or $35 for unaltered
• June 1, $35 or $40 for unaltered

Animal control citations will be issued for any dog remaining unlicensed after June 15^th, adding an additional $50 fee to the previously incurred licensing fees. 

*Licensing your dog is required by the Town of Chelmsford and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. *