DocuPet is the official pet licensing partner of

Municipal Licensing and Standards with the assistance of DocuPet Inc. collects personal information on this website under the legal authority of Toronto City Council Item 2018.LS27.3, as confirmed by the City of Toronto By-law 1058-2018; the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 349, Animals, Article IV, Dogs; and, the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 349, Animals, Article V, Cats. The information will be shared with DocuPet to administer dog and cat licenses. Questions about this collection can be directed to Manager, Partnerships and Animal Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards, 1300 Sheppard Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario, M3K 2A6 or by telephone at 416-338-PETS (7387).

What are you here to do today?

Renew my pet's license

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

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Enter an access code

I received a code that I need to enter to access my account.

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License a pet for the first time

I've never licensed a pet with City of Toronto Animal Services before.

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Report a found pet

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If you cannot find a match, please contact our HomeSafe^® Team at 1-855-249-1370
so we can help get this pet home quickly!

You (and your pet) are making a difference

Your pet's license is the ultimate conduit for animal welfare.

Donations to local animal welfare initiatives

Pet licenses fund local animal welfare initiatives

Lost pets with a valid license return home faster

…which opens up shelter space for the animals that need it

Click here to learn more about why pet licensing is important.

It's more than just a license

Tags that look good and work hard for your pet

Fashion meets function with license tags that do more.

DocuPet tags include a pet's unique identifying code that links to their online record with important RTH information. Available in two sizes, every tag is free and is etched with our 24/7 HomeSafe^® hotline number.

Upgrade options include personalized etching with pet and contact information and choosing from hundreds of colorful designer tag options - including the ability for pet owners to design their very own style.

Your pet's comprehensive online profile is linked to their license tag.

Personalize with important information.

Choose from hundreds of styles or design your own.

Perks For Your Pet

The BluePaw Rewards Program has exclusive offers and discounts on pet-related products and services for owners who license their dogs and cats. See available perks and find out more.