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 15th, 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. *