Dog Control

Dog Control Officer

Karen Jackson
(845) 265-2570

Dog License

Must I license my dog, and, if so, how can I do so?

All dogs in New York State, at least four months of age, must be licensed. A dog license cannot be issued without proof the dog has an up-to-date rabies vaccination and proof of whether or not the dog has been spayed or neutered. All licenses are issued at the Town Clerk’s Office, 238 Main Street, Cold Spring, New York, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Any questions please call 845-265-3329.

Below is a link to the Town’s Dog Ordinance.

Chapter 55, Licensing, Identification & Control of Dogs

When licensing your dog, don’t forget to bring the following:

  • Proof of rabies vaccination
  • Proof that your dog has been spayed or neutered

Fees:

Spayed/Neutered Unspayed/Uneutered
Town Fees $12.50 $25.00
Total $12.50 $25.00

Senior Citizens –    Spayed/Neutered   $3.50

Unspayed/Uneutered $10.50