Dog Licenses
The dog should be over 4 months of age, have current rabies shot (have certificate showing the dates of
shot), and proof if the dog has been spayed or neutered.
Pursuant to the New York Public Health Law, county public health authorities must offer free clinics at least
every four months for the rabies vaccination of dogs, as well as for cats and domesticated ferrets.
For more information regarding the changes to the dog licensing program in Marcellus, please call either
Karen or Laurie at 673-3269 Ext 1.
Article 7 of the Agriculture and Markets Law requires that any person who harbors or keeps a dog, must obtain
a dog license in the Town in which they live. Dogs over the age of 4-months must be licensed. A permanent ID
tag is issued for the initial dog license. The tag is your dog's permanent identification number, and must be
worn at all times.
The following are the requirements for obtaining a dog license in the Town of Marcellus: