Protect your pal.
Make sure your dog is licensed.
The Franklin County Auditor's office is pleased to offer online dog licensing services. Get a license, renew a license, and update your owner information - all right here!
Franklin County Auditor Dog Licensing Services
Ohio law requires dogs to have a valid dog license. Many dogs are found each year wearing a valid dog license, but the address or phone number in our records is outdated. In order to aid in the return of dogs to their owners, the Auditor's office provides a found dog search feature. It is important to keep your owner information current by renewing your license, updating your owner information, or by licensing a new dog. The majority of funds from licensing go to support the Franklin County Dog Shelter.
Thank you for licensing your dog and helping Franklin County #ProtectYourPal. You can typically expect to receive your license by mail within two to three weeks of the application submission. However, due to some delays in mail delivery, your dog license may arrive later than the normal delivery time. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and encourage you to contact the office at dogs@license.franklincountyohio.gov with any questions on the status of the license.
License Your Dog
What information do I need to license my dog?
- Owner information: name, address, phone number, valid e-mail address
- Credit or debit card information
Found a lost dog?
All stray or lost dogs within Franklin County are brought to the shelter to be reclaimed by their owners. Call 614-525-3400 to report a found dog - 24 hours a day.
Search for a lost dog’s owner!
Dog Tag SearchLicensing Fees
On Time/Late Fees
Spayed or neutered, or exceptions apply
1 year license
$18/$36
3 year license
$54/$72
Permanent license
$180/$198
Not spayed or neutered, no exceptions met
1 year license
$35/$70
3 year license
$105/$140
Permanent license
$350/$385
Drawing by Alice Brown – 4th Grade, Indianola Informal K-8
Me and My Pal
Students K-6: Submit Your Artwork
The "Me and My Pal" drawing contest is open to all students in grades Kindergarten through 6th grades who reside in Franklin County, sponsored by the Franklin County Auditor's office to help promote responsible pet care and ownership. Download our contest rules and submission information by clicking the button bellow.
ME & MY PAL CONTEST INFORMATIONDog of the Week
Franklin County Auditor’s Office recognizes licensed dogs who live in Franklin County every week throughout the year on the Facebook page @mstinziano. Winners will be selected randomly and will be notified via email. For additional questions, please contact auditor-outreach@franklincountyohio.gov.
Apply For Dog of the Week