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The Township of Hamilton encourages responsible pet ownership and wildlife interacting. Find out more about how we keep people and animals safe.

Dog Licenses

Every dog living within the Township of Hamilton needs a current dog tag, every year. Dog tags are valid for 365 days from the date of purchase.

Dog licenses/tags can be purchased online through the Northumberland Humane Society's Docupet platform. Please click the link below to obtain a dog tag.

Obtain a Dog Tag

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Regulation of Dogs

By-law 2022-43 provides for the regulation, registration, keeping and licensing of dogs, and prohibits the running at large of dogs. It also prohibits cruelty to domestic animals within the Township and identifies the set fines for any infractions. To request a copy of By-law 2022-43, please contact the Clerk's Department.
Benefits of DocuPet

Licensing your pet not only displays responsible pet ownership but it also helps fund local animal welfare initiatives in the community. A valid license means your pet is officially recognized as a member of the community. In addition to your pet’s license, here are some benefits of your DocuPet online profile:

  • Hundreds of unique and colourful designer tag styles to choose from with the option to design your own tag style online
  • With full access to HomeSafe™ 24/7 lost pet service, upload recent photos of your pet and include important information that will help identify and retrieve them if they become lost
  • Gain access to exclusive promotions and discounts
  • Add additional pet guardians to your pet's profile
  • Skip the trip and easily purchase or renew your pet's licence from the comfort of home
  • Upload important new documents for your pet by snapping a photo
  • Easily view and download your pet’s licence documentation
  • Read up on exclusive pet-focused content
  • Manage, or make changes to your account at anytime including updating your contact information and making changes to pet details and status
  • View your order status and history.

Wildlife and Pest Control

People and wild animals live side-by-side in Ontario. Preventing a problem is a far better solution then dealing with wildlife after a conflict. As a property owner, you have a role in making sure you are not attracting wildlife to your property that you don't want there.

The Northumberland Humane Society does not handle urban wildlife calls such as skunks, raccoons, and bats. Residents are urged to contact a local pest control company who may or may not operate on a fee for service basis.

Wildlife rescue

For information regarding wildlife rescue in the area, visit these local resources:
Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program (OWDCP)

The Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program, a program of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA), provides financial assistance to owners whose livestock or poultry have been killed or injured due to wildlife predation or whose bee colonies or beehives or related equipment have been damaged by eligible wildlife.

For issues involving wildlife attacks on livestock or bees, please contact the Clerk's Department to start the claims process.