In accordance with state and local laws, pet licenses are mandatory in the cities that Oakland County, MI serves. In fact, licenses are mandatory in nearly every community across North America. Why? Because licenses help keep pets and the communities they live in safe. DocuPet was brought on board to simplify and improve pet licensing to benefit not only pet owners like you, but the entire community. DocuPet makes it easy for the Oakland County, MI to deliver a successful pet licensing program with a streamlined software and management solution that makes licensing a breeze for pet owners and administrators alike.
Licensing your pet will require specific information and proof. Having these items at the ready allows for the fastest experience. You have the option to upload a document as a saved or scanned file, or you may take a photo directly from your device on our upload page.
We securely process payment online and accept all major credit and debit cards as forms of payment.
This document serves as formal proof that your pet has received a rabies vaccination. This document may be in the form of a Rabies Vaccination Certificate that has been signed by a veterinarian or certified professional. It is the law that pets must be up-to-date on their rabies vaccinations, so new documents will need to be uploaded to your pets profile as they receive their booster shots.
The fastest and easiest way to license or renew is right here. You'll create a profile for your pet, upload any necessary documents, process your license registration, and receive purchase confirmations via email. Payment can be made using a credit card or Visa/Mastercard debit card. Each year, you just need to log in to your existing account and renew - it's super easy!
I've never licensed a pet with Oakland County, MI before.
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.
Oakland County Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center
1200 N Telegraph Building 42 E Pontiac, MI 48341
Addison Township
1440 Rochester Rd, Leonard MI 48367
Airport Vet Hospital
7000 Highland Rd, Waterford MI 48327
Auburn Animal Hospital
1619 East Auburn Rd, Rochester Hills MI 48307
Auburn Hills City
1827 N Squirrel Rd, Auburn Hills MI 48326
Brandon Township
395 Mill St, PO Box 929, Ortonville MI 48462
Commerce Township
2009 Township Dr, Commerce Twp MI 48390
Farmington Hills City
31555 W Eleven Mile Rd, Farmington Hills MI 48336
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd, Holly MI 48442
Highland Township
205 N John St, Highland MI 48357
Hilldale Veterinary
29625 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48034
Holly Township
102 Civic Drive, Holly MI 48442
Keego Harbor City
2025 Beechmont St, Keego Harbor MI 48320
Lathrup Village
27400 Southfield Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076
City of Madison Heights
300 W Thirteen Mile Rd, Madison Heights MI 48071
Mitten Animal Hospital
56754 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165
Oakland County Treasurer's
1200 N Telegraph Rd, #12E, Pontiac MI 48341
Oakland Township
4393 Collins Rd, Rochester MI 48306
City of Orchard Lake
3955 Orchard Lk Rd, Orchard Lake MI 48323
Orion Oaks Animal Hospital
3574 Clarkston Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48348
Village of Oxford
22 W. Burdick Street, Oxford, MI 48371
City of South Lyon
335 S Warren St, South Lyon MI 48178
City of Troy
500 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy MI 48084
Waterford Township
5200 Civic Center Dr, Waterford MI 48329
Wolverine Lake Village
425 Glengary Rd, Wolverine Lake MI 48390
Family Pet Practice - Waterford
4260 Elizabeth Lk Rd, Waterford MI 48328
Family Pet Practice - Wixom
49315 Pontiac Trail, Wixom MI 48393
Oakland Visiting Veterinarian
4416 W Walton Blvd, Waterford Township, MI 48329
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 check should be made out to, where it should be mailed, and any required supporting documentation.
If you're having trouble licensing online and need to get your registration processed in a hurry, you can contact our customer care team and they may be able to process your pet license over the phone. Note that you must have up to date spay/neuter or rabies documents on file and we can only accept credit cards and Visa/Mastercard debit as payment.
DocuPet Customer Care: 1-877-239-6072
Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday (excluding holidays) between 9:00 am and 9:00 pm EST and Sunday between 11:00 am and 7:00 pm EST
Pet licenses are required for all dogs living in Oakland County, MI. Licenses are available for 1 or 3 year terms and must be renewed prior to the expiration date. You will receive reminders from us about upcoming license expirations via mail, phone, and email.
| Dog License | 1 Year Fee | 3 Year Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Spayed/Neutered Dog | $15.00 | $40.00 |
| Spayed/Neutered Dog - Senior Owner (65+) | $14.00 | $37.00 |
| Dog License | 1 Year Fee | 3 Year Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Not Spayed/Neutered Dog | $25.00 | $70.00 |
| Not Spayed/Neutered Dog - Senior Owner (65+) | $23.00 | $64.00 |
| Spayed/Neutered Dog | |
|---|---|
| 1 Year Fee | $15.00 |
| 3 Year Fee | $40.00 |
| Spayed/Neutered Dog (Senior Owner) | |
|---|---|
| 1 Year Fee | $14.00 |
| 3 Year Fee | $37.00 |
| Not Spayed/Neutered Dog | |
|---|---|
| 1 Year Fee | $25.00 |
| 3 Year Fee | $70.00 |
| Not Spayed/Neutered Dog (Senior Owner) | |
|---|---|
| 1 Year Fee | $23.00 |
| 3 Year Fee | $64.00 |
Visit our Help Desk for more information: https://docupetinc.zendesk.com/hc/en-us
All pets over the age of 4 months are required to be licensed.
You may renew your pet's license within 60 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.
You may have entered your address incorrectly or we may not have your address in the address database for your community. Please double-check all spelling and ensure you are using the abbreviated form for your street (e.g., type St instead of Street.) You may contact DocuPet Customer Care directly for assistance if you believe you reside within the licensing jurisdiction but your address is not being accepted by the system.
For all online orders a processing fee is applied on license purchases at a rate of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction.
Late fees come into effect if a license is not renewed within 30 days of the original expiration date.
Those aged 65 and older may qualify for a senior citizen rate.
No, each pet will only receive one free tag with their first license via DocuPet. This tag doesn’t expire. If you’ve already received a DocuPet tag, your furry friend is good to go! If you’d like a new tag, you can purchase a standard replacement tag or a new designer tag during the license order process or in our store.
Please visit Oakland County in person located at 1200 N. Telegraph Rd, Bldg. 42E, Pontiac MI 48341, and they will be able to assist you.
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 license 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.
We're sorry for your loss. You can update a pet's profile via your online account by editing your pet's profile and selecting 'Remove this Pet'.
We’re sorry! Unfortunately, unless you update your account to reflect that a pet is no longer in your care, we have no way of knowing. Have you already told us? You may have a duplicate account. Get in touch with your licensing organization or our DocuPet customer service team to update your record.
Visit this page for information on licensing ordinances/bylaws.
Please get in touch with Oakland County Animal Shelter at (248) 858-1070.
The following species are required to be licensed: Dogs
If you can’t locate the document you received after the procedure was done, you will need to contact your vet to obtain your pet's records. Be sure to specify any and all pets you require documentation for.
Once you’ve got the paperwork in your hands, take a look to ensure:
You will need to complete the required paperwork and visit Oakland County in person to qualify for a rabies exemption.
To license your pet, you will be required to show proof that the pet's rabies vaccination is current. Requiring documentation ensures that provided pet information is accurate, which is critical for identification and safety reasons.