Why License

With DocuPet, your pet’s licence is much more than just a tag. It’s their ticket home, their customized (and cute!) emblem, and a link to their personal digital record. It’s also your way of doing good - not just for your pet, but for the pets in need in your community.

Dog licences are mandatory in the jurisdictions we serve in New Brunswick. In fact, licences are mandatory in nearly every community across North America. Why? Because licences help keep pets and the communities they live in safe.

Since licensing your dogs is a requirement, our goal is to make this process quick, simple, and valuable. Check out the ways you can license your pet below and feel good knowing that licensing revenue funds important initiatives helping to improve your community. To further support these efforts, DocuPet will always donate 20% of designer tag and product sales to our local Safe&Happy Fund partner in the jurisdictions we serve in New Brunswick, the New Brunswick SPCA.

How to License

The fastest and easiest way to license or renew is right here. You’ll create a profile for your pet, upload photos, process your licence registration, and receive purchase confirmations via email. Payment can be made using a credit card or Visa/Mastercard debit card and your package will be shipped out next business day. Each year, you just need to log in to your existing account and renew - it’s super easy!

Renew my pet's licence

My pet has a licence, but it has expired or will very soon.

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License a pet for the first time

I've never licensed a pet with the Province of New Brunswick before.

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In-person licensing is available at the following location(s) however it’s important to know you will still receive your tag in the mail:

Don’t forget to check hours of operation, appointment policies, and accepted payment methods prior to heading out.

New Brunswick SPCA
PO Box 1412 Station A, Fredericton, NB E3B 5E3

If you opt to license via snail mail - keep in mind processing your registration will take a lot longer!

Make sure you complete the below form in full and that it is free of any errors otherwise your registration may not be successfully processed. The fine print is there for a reason so keep an eye out for accepted payment methods, who the cheque should be made out to, where it should be mailed, and any required supporting documentation.

Pet licence form

Download Application Form

If you’re having trouble licensing online and need to get your registration processed in a hurry, you can give our customer care team a call and they may be able to process your pet licence over the phone. Note that we can only accept credit cards and Visa/Mastercard debit as payment.

DocuPet Customer Care: 1-855-249-1370
Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday (excluding holidays) between 10:00 am and 10:00 pm ADT and Sunday between 12:00 pm and 8:00 pm ADT

Licence Fees & Details

Pet licences are required for all dogs living in the jurisdictions we serve in New Brunswick. Licences are available for one, two, and three year terms and must be renewed prior to the expiration date. You will receive reminders from us about upcoming licence expirations via mail, phone, and email.

Dog Licences Fee
One Year Licence $15.00
Two Year Licence $25.00
Three Year Licence $35.00
Dog Licences
One Year Licence $15.00
Two Year Licence $25.00
Three Year Licence $35.00
Cat Licence Fee
One Year Licence $15.00
Cat Licence
One Year VoluntaryLicence $15.00
  • A replacement municipal tag is available for a $5 fee or at no additional charge when you license your pet.
  • Voluntary cat licences are available in jurisdictions served by the New Brunswick SPCA. Although not required, licensing your cat is a great way to help ensure their safety.
  • A fine up to $640 may be charged for failing to comply.

Frequently Asked Questions

LICENSING OPTIONS, DATES, AND LOCATIONS

The New Brunswick SPCA provides licensing services for the following areas: Rural New Brunswick

No refunds are provided on licenses purchased regardless of circumstances.

Partners typically receive licensing records from third party locations on a monthly basis. Once the licensing records have been picked up a member of your community's licensing team will upload the license record within 14 business days. Please reach out to your community directly to check on the status if you purchased a license and don't see the records reflected in your online account within 60 days of the purchase date.

Please get in touch the New Brunswick SPCA as kennel licensing is not processed through DocuPet. They can be reached at 506-458-8208.

You may renew your pet's license within 45 days of your pet's current license expiration date. If you renew prior to the upcoming expiration date, your pet's new license will start the day after expiration, not on the date of purchase.

Please get in touch with the New Brunswick SPCA for in person licensing options. They can be reached at 506-458-8208.

Licenses expire exactly 1, 2, or 3 full years from the license start date, depending on the license term selected. If you renew prior to the upcoming expiration date, your pet's new license will start the day after expiration, not on the date of purchase.

Licenses are required to be renewed prior to the expiration date depending on the length of the license term you purchased.

FEES AND FINES

There are no senior rates to licence your pet.

A fine up to $640 may be charged for failing to comply.

Visit this page for licensing options and fees. 

No, there is no discount for licensing multiple pets. Each pet will be charged the appropriate licensing fee. 

The New Brunswick SPCA does not offer any special rates for service animals and are required to be licensed as all other dogs. Please call the New Brunswick SPCA at 506-458-8208 directly to discuss.

PET INFORMATION AND PROFILES

If you are moving please be sure to update your address by logging into your online account and navigating to your Profile Settings page. Even though you are moving you’ll still be able to keep your pet's tag and access your pet's online account. However, your current licence may not be valid in the new community you are moving to. Please get in touch with the pet licensing provider in the new community you are moving to in order to find out more information.

MUNICIPAL INFORMATION AND BYLAWS

No, there are no restricted breeds.

You are allowed for a maximum of 3 dogs per dwelling.

Please get in touch with the New Brunswick SPCA at 506-458-8208.

Visit this page for information on licensing bylaws.

HELP DESK

Visit our DocuPet Help Desk for more information.