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379 South Branch Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
908.369.4313

379 South Branch Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
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Dog License Renewal

It’s time to renew dog licenses! Renewal forms were emailed to residents at the beginning of January. The Clerk’s Office will also send renewal forms via snail mail to residents who didn’t provide an email address. The deadline to renew dog licenses without penalty is February 28th, after which there is a $5.00 late fee.

All dogs aged 7 months and older must be licensed per NJ law and Hillsborough Ordinance. Licensing is important as a reminder to vaccinate, and as proof that your dog is up to date with its rabies vaccination. Rabies is present in wildlife all over New Jersey and other states and it is a fatal disease for pets and humans. Rabies vaccinations must be current through 10 months of the licensing year, or through October 31, 2025, to apply for a license. 

Money collected from dog licensing goes to the animal control fund, covering veterinary care and shelter for abandoned or stray animals, and animals involved in animal cruelty incidents. Funds are also allocated to the NJ Dept. of Health for free or low-cost spay and neuter programs.

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