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Dog Licenses

DOG LICENSE FOR 2024 ARE AVAILABLE STARTING DECEMBER 1, 2023

The Pennsylvania Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement is responsible for ensuring the welfare of breeding dogs and puppies in commercial breeding kennels. The office also regulates activities pertaining to dogs that are classified as dangerous, and oversees annual licensure and rabies vaccinations for dogs. 

Pennsylvania state law mandates that all dogs 8 weeks or older must be licensed. Dog Licenses must be purchased by January 1st of each year regardless of when the license was purchased the previous year. 

Dog Licenses can be purchased online at PA Dog License

To purchase a dog license in person or by mail, click on the type of dog license listed below and follow the instructions.

Dog Licenses

Regular Dog License 
Dog Licenses can be purchased online at PA Dog License.​

Fees & Application
  • $ 8.70 for a male or female dog
Dog License Appplication

To purchase a dog license in person: 
County Treasurer
Monroe County Administration Building
One Quaker Plaza Room 103
Stroudsburg PA 18360

To purchase a dog license by mail:
Mail the completed license to the address listed above with a check made payable to the County Treasurer
 
Senior Citizen Dog License
Dog Licenses can be purchased online at PA Dog License.

Fees & Application
  • ​$ 6.70 for male or female dog
Senior Citizen Dog License Application

​To purchase a dog license in person: 
County Treasurer
Monroe County Administration Building
One Quaker Plaza Room 103
Stroudsburg PA 18360

To purchase a dog license by mail: 
Mail the completed license to the address listed above with a check made payable to the County Treasurer
 
Disabled Person 
Dog Licenses can be purchased online at PA Dog License.

Fees & Application
  • ​$ 6.70 for a male of female dog
Disabled Person Dog License Application

To purchase a dog license in person: 
County Treasurer
Monroe County Administration Building
One Quaker Plaza Room 103
Stroudsburg PA 18360

To purchase a dog license by mail:
Mail the completed license to the address listed above with a check made payable to the County Treasurer. Include a copy of the handicapped placard or Medicare disabled number.

​Please provide a copy of your Social Security Disability of SSI award letter. Person with a disability is as follows:
"A person who received disability insurance or supplemental security income for the aged, blind, or disabled under the Social Security Act(49 Stat. 620, 42 U.S.C. Section 301 et seq.) or who has a handicapped plate under 75 PA.C.S. Section 1338 (relating to handicapped plate and placard)."
Regular & Senior Citizen Lifetime Dog License 
For Lifetime licenses, the State requires all dogs to be microchipped or tattooed.

** SPECIAL NOTE ** All Lifetime Licenses require Tattoo or Microchip and Verification Form filled out and signed by Veterinarian, Technician or Rescue.

Fees & Application
​Regular Lifetime License Fees
  • $ 52.70 for a male or female dog 
Senior Citizens Lifetime Dog License Fees
  • $ 36.70 for a male or female dog
Lifetime License & Procedures for Tattooing and Microchipping

​To purchase a Lifetime License in person: 
County Treasurer
Monroe County Administration Building
One Quaker Plaza Room 103
Stroudsburg PA 18360
 
Disabled Person Lifetime Dog License 
For Lifetime licenses, the State requires all dogs to be microchipped or tattooed.

** SPECIAL NOTE ** All Lifetime Licenses require Tattoo or Microchip and Verification Form filled out and signed by Veterinarian, Technician or Rescue. 

Fees & Application
  • $ 36.70 for a male or female dog
Lifetime License & Procedures for Tattooing and Microchipping

​To purchase a Disabled Persion Lifetime Dog License in person: 
County Treasurer
Monroe County Administration Building
One Quaker Plaza Room 103
Stroudsburg PA 18360

Please provide a copy of your Social Security Disability of SSI award letter. Person with a disability is as follows:
"A person who received disability insurance or supplemental security income for the aged, blind, or disabled under the Social Security Act(49 Stat. 620, 42 U.S.C. Section 301 et seq.) or who has a handicapped plate under 75 PA.C.S. Section 1338 (relating to handicapped plate and placard)."