Politics & Government
Don't Forget to Get Fido a License
Dog owners can face late charges if they wait till after Jan. 31 to renew
It's time do get a new dog license for your furry best friend, and the Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer has set up several ways to buy one.
Costs range from $16-$20 with the majority of the proceeds going to the Cuyahoga County Animal shelter. They can be purchased online at http://fiscalofficer.cuyahogacounty.us.
Or, if Fido needs a little fresh air, the fiscal office has nearly 30 participating walk-in locations around Cuyahoga County, according to the local government web site.
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The law requires that licenses be renewed each year from Dec. 1 to Jan. 31, starting with pups that are at least three months old. Late fees of $16-$20 will be imposed for licenses that are obtained after the January deadline.
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The county encourages the annual renewal of dog licenses to keep the addresses and contact information of dog owners current. That way, if a canine is lost or runs away, it can be quickly located and returned to its owner.
For further information, call the fiscal office at 216-443-7028.