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!
Website Maintenance.
Licensing is not available between 11:30 PM and 2:30 AM (EST/EDT) due to site maintenance. Please stop back between 2:30 AM and 11:30 PM for licensing. If you have any questions, you can contact AuditorStinziano@franklincountyohio.gov.
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 Many dogs are found each year wearing a valid dog license, but the address or phone number in our records is outdated.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.
License Your Dog
NOTICE: Due to reports of delays in USPS mail delivery, we estimate a 2-3 week delivery time for a dog license after the time of its purchase. If you do not receive your license, please contact us at 614-525-3260 or by clicking here.
What information do I need to license my dog?
- Owner information: name, address, phone number, valid e-mail address
- The dog's current rabies tag number (if dog is 3 months of age or younger, a rabies vaccine is not required for the purchase of a license)
- 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!
Licensing 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 Sophie Reeder - 6th Grade, Indianola K-8 and Columbus Gifted Academy
Me & My Pal
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The 'Me & My Pal' calendar features drawings by elementary students in grades K-6 from across Franklin County with the goal of promoting responsible pet ownership. Request your calendar today!
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