DOG LICENSING
DOG LICENSES ARE AVAILABLE TO RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF GRAND FORKS ONLY. IF YOU LIVE IN A RURAL AREA, PLEASE CONTACT THE REGIONAL DISTRICT OF KOOTENAY BOUNDARY FOR DOG LICENSING INFORMATION.
The City of Grand Forks has partnered with DocuPet to provide a simple online solution for dog owners. Every registered dog now receives a free tag linked to their online profile, plus access to HomeSafe®, a free 24/7 lost pet service to help reunite lost dogs quickly.
Registered dogs get a tag linked to a secure online profile with our licensing partner, DocuPet. Pet owners can fill out their dog’s online profile with important details like, care instructions, and contact information. This helps ensure dogs are cared for and quickly reunited if they go missing.
By licensing your dog, you’re taking an important step in responsible pet ownership and contributing to a safer, healthier community!
License Fees
Licensing your dog is required under the Animal Control Bylaw No. 2116.
| Spayed female or neutered male | $15 |
| Unneutered male | $25 |
| Unspayed female | $25 |
How to pay License Fees
License Online
Dog licensing is available online at GrandForksBC.docupet.com. It’s a simple and quick way to get your pet registered and keep their information up to date.
License in person or by mail
Counter Service is available at City Hall if you prefer to register in person. Alternatively, residents may pick up a mail-in form and submit their registration by mail.
7217 4 St, (PO Box 220) Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0
Why you should license
Licensing your dog displays responsible pet ownership. In addition to your dog’s license, here are some benefits of your DocuPet online profile:
- Hundreds of unique and colorful designer tag styles to choose from or design your own tag style online.
- With access to HomeSafe® 24/7 lost pet service, upload recent photos of your pet and include information to help identify them.
- Add additional pet guardians to your pet’s profile.
- Purchase or renew your pet’s license from the comfort of home.
- Easily view and download your pet’s license documentation.
- Make changes to your account at anytime including updating your contact information and making changes to pet status.
- View your order status and history.
Lost dogs
Through our partnership with DocuPet, every Grand Forks license tag comes with the free HomeSafe®24/7 lost pet service, which has helped reunite thousands of pets using linked tags and online profiles.
If your dog goes missing, you can file a Lost Pet Report right away, and DocuPet’s 24/7 dispatch team will be notified.
Anyone who finds your dog can reference the code on their tag and file a Found Pet Report, helping reconnect you faster. For more information on this free service, please click here.
More Resources
For details on Bylaw regulations surrounding dog ownership in the City of Grand Forks, please refer to the Animal Control Bylaw No. 2116. For related fees and dog licensing information, please review the Fees and Charges Amendment 2026. All impound fees must be paid at City Hall, located at 7217 4 St, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0.
