Athens County Ohio Auditor > Licensing

Dog Licensing

All dogs more than three months of age must be licensed (ORC 955.01)
The standard licensing period runs December 1 to January 31
Licenses purchased after January 31 are subject to a late penalty equal to the amount of the license.
One year licenses are available for purchase online. Three year and permanent licenses are available at the Auditor’s Office.
For dogs that are not spayed or neutered; One year dog licenses are $28; Three year dog licenses are $84; Permanent dog licenses are $280. Licenses purchased are non-refundable.
For dogs that are spayed or neutered; One year dog licenses are $18; Three year dog licenses are $54; Permanent dog licenses are $180. Licenses purchased are non-refundable.
Puppy licenses are $9 and are available after July 1st for puppies that become 3 months of age after July 1st. These are only available through the Auditor's Office or through outside vendors. Puppy licenses are not available online.

Kennel licenses are $80 for 5 tags. Additional tags are $1 per tag. Kennel licenses purchased after January 31st are $160.

Additional tags go to $2 per tag. Kennel licenses are only available at the Auditor’s Office.