Licensing for Dogs

CRD Animal Care Services provides dog licencing for Langford, Colwood, Sooke, Metchosin, Highlands, View Royal, Juan de Fuca Electoral Area, Southern Gulf Islands, Salt Spring Island and Songhees First Nation.

Why Does My Dog Need a Licence?

Licences are mandatory for all dogs four months or older in the Capital Regional District (CRD). A licence gives your dog an identity that is connected to you.

Here's how it works: your information is entered into a database that can only be accessed by Bylaw and Animal Care Services. If your dog is wearing a licence when it goes for a "walkabout," staff are able to look up this information and reunite you with your pet.

In short, a dog licence is your dog's best ticket home.

Read our dog licence brochure [PDF/528KB]

How Do I Apply for a Licence?

The CRD provides licensing for the following municipalities:

  • Colwood
  • Langford
  • Metchosin
  • Highlands
  • Sooke
  • Juan de Fuca Electoral Area (which includes East Sooke, Jordan River, and Shirley)
  • Salt Spring Island
  • Southern Gulf Islands
  • View Royal

If you live in one of the above municipalities, please complete the CRD dog licence application form:

Apply for a dog licence

Once staff set up your account, they will email you back with your dog licence account number instructions for how to pay online.

How Often Do I Need to Renew My Licence?

Your dog's licence is valid for the calendar year, from January 1 to December 31. You must renew your licence once a year.

You are advised to buy your new licence ahead of time. Please note that you are responsible for purchasing one, whether or not you receive a renewal notice.

Licensing Fees

There are a number of fee options. Early discounts as well as late fees are in effect.

The most inexpensive way to purchase a licence is to buy before December 31 for a neutered or spayed animal. Prices will almost double for late licence purchases for an unsterilized dog.

See the table below for a complete listing of fees:

Type of petEarly Discount*
(before December 31)
Regular FeeLate Fee
(after March 1)
Unspayed/unneutered$40$45$55
Spayed/neutered$20$25$35

* Replacement tags are $5.

Where to Get a Licence

Residents of larger municipalities in the CRD Bylaw Enforcement area can purchase a licence at their municipal hall. Residents of smaller municipalities and Electoral Areas can purchase one from select vendors or Animal Care Services. 

You can renew, replace or purchase your CRD permanent tag by one of the following methods:

  • Online using online banking and the account number on your invoice (starts with 8)
  • By phone (250.478.0624 or 1.800.665.7899 extension 0) with a credit card
  • By email
  • At the CRD Animal Care office, 212-2780 Veterans Memorial Parkway

Your tag(s) will be mailed to you free of charge.

Staff are in the office during regular business hours to take your calls.

Renewing in Person

You may renew your permanent tag or purchase a new or replacement tag in person at:

  • CRD Animal Care Services: 212 - 2780 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Langford
  • CRD SSI Electoral Area Office: 108-121 McPhillips Ave, Salt Spring Island
  • City of Colwood: 3300 Wishart Rd, Colwood
  • Town of View Royal: 45 View Royal Ave, View Royal

For purchasing new or replacement tags only, go to:

  • District of Metchosin: 4450 Happy Valley Rd, Metchosin
  • Willow Wind Feed: 2714 Sooke Rd, Langford
  • Wiskers and Waggs Pet Store: 6703 West Coast Rd, Sooke
  • Pender Island Home Building Centre: 3338 Port Washington Rd, Pender Island

Online Payments

You can save time by renewing your dog licence online. It's as easy as paying a bill.

Look for the online banking account number on your renewal form. This is a six-digit number starting with 8. Select CRD as a payee, enter your account number and pay the amount on the renewal form. See the list below for your financial institutions payee search terms.

Please note that we cannot accept Interac e-transfers.

Once paid, a licence will be mailed to you using the information linked to your account number (the same address on your renewal form).

Licences are only mailed to those who request it. If you have a permanent CRD dog licence (silver heart) you will not receive a new tag when you renew; you are renewing your existing tag.

How to Select the CRD as the Bill Payee

The following is a list of banks that have CRD Bylaw and Animal Care Services as a bill payee. If your bank only lists the CRD as a payee, you can select that option; please ensure you use the account number listed on your dog licence invoice.

Financial InstitutionBill Payee Name
Bank of MontrealCRD BYLAW & ANIMAL CARE SERVICES
Royal DirectCRD BYLAW & ANIMAL CARE SERVICES
Central1 Credit UnionCRD BYLAW & ANIMA
Tangerine BankCRD BYLAW & ANIMAL CARE SERVICES
TelescotiaCRD BYLAW & ANIMAL CARE SERV
BNCPERCEP (BQ ROYALECRD BYLAW & ANIMAL)
CIBCABPCRD BYLAW & ANIMAL CARE SERV
HSBC BANK CANADACRD BYLAW & ANIMAL CARE SERVICES
TDCRD
Island SavingsCRD

Don't have an account number?

If you do not have an online banking account number or are a new dog owner, contact the CRD office and staff will be happy to assist you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Petiquette Perks Rewards Program

The Petiquette Perks rewards program is our way of saying thank you to the thousands of CRD residents who license their pets. Now you can feel even better about being a responsible pet owner.

You will receive a Petiquette Perks Rewards Card upon purchase or renewal of a CRD dog licence, then visit any of the following participating partners to show your card and receive a discount!

If you are interested in becoming a proud partner, please contact our office at 250.474.3351 ext 31.

Participating PartnerDiscount Offered
Bark, Bath & Beyond
Boutique
250.590.2822
10% off all items in store
5% off food
Sorry, no discount on grooming
Blue Vista Resort
563 Arbutus Drive
Mayne Island
250.539.2463
$5 off the first night a pet stays at our resort with his/her family
Bulk Dog Treats
 
10% off entire site
Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites
740 Burdett Ave
250.382.4221
Call the hotel and ask for the special "Perks Rate."
This discount is based on availability all year long.
Comfort Cove Cottage
East Sooke
250.483.6969
Pet Fees Waived
5% discount on stays of 3 or more nights*
10% discount on stays of 1 week or longer*
*only valid October to May, excluding long weekends, Christmas and New Years
CommuniCanine Training and Behavioral Counselling
250.216.2416
10% off group classes
Days Inn Victoria on the Harbour
427 Belleville Street
250.386.3451
Pets Stay Free
Delta by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort
250.360.2999
Members who stay with their dogs receive the following: treats, food & water bowls, towel, Fun with Fido brochure and love from the staff!
The Spa at Delta Victoria
100 Harbour Road
250.360.5858
10% discount on services at the Spa at Delta Victoria
(does not include product or RMT)
DogMa Boutique5% off DogMa Boutique items online or at events
Dogs in the Bakery
3-532 1/2 Fisgard St
(Dragon Alley)
250.888.3261
10% off baked treats and jerky
10% off toys and collars
Four Paws Pet Grocery & Boutique
305-9810 Seventh St
250.656.5553
Show your card and receive a free aluminum engraved pet ID tag ($6.99 value).
Purchase any collar and leash (must be purchased together) and receive a 25% discount.
Middle Earth Canine Academy
604 Eiderwood Pl
250.474.2046
10% of Puppy Kindergarten
10% off Basic Obedience
10% off The World Beyond Sit
25% off Attend with a friend
Save $50 when booking 5 private lessons
*discounts applied when tuition is paid in full upon registration
Mucky Mutt Pet Salon
105-2250 Oak Bay Ave
250.590.0833
10% off shampoo & grooming accessories
My Best Friend, Pet Photography
250.415.1096
10% discount on any photo service (excluding mini sessions)
$75 'Gotcha' photo shoots to all adopters
Naughty Dogge
1633 Kangaroo Rd
250.590.2664
10% off all group training classes
Nunn Other Photography15% off Pet Photography
The Oswego Hotel
500 Oswego St
250.294.7500
When staying with pets receive organic pet treats, welcome card, biodegradable poop bags, pet bed, bowls and walking maps.
Paws on Cook
111-200 Cook Street
250.888.9399
10% off Paws on Cook treats, toys, accessories and supplies.
Pender Petals & Paws
4605 Bedwell Harbour Rd
250.629.9950
10% off all items (excluding sale items)
Pet Loss Care Memorial Center
250.984.1933
Lucy & Friends program, discount voucher of $35 + 5% on all aftercare services
Pet Pampering
4910 West Saanich Rd
250.381.5889
10% off first visit, free assessment
Pets West
220-777 Royal Oak Dr.
250.744.1779
10% off all regular priced items (excluding food and litter)
25% off ID tag and engraving
PetsWow! Mobile Grooming10% off your first three grooming appointments
Saanichton Village Veterinary Hospital
7-7816 East Saanich Rd.
778.351.3030
10% discount on annual physical exam and any required vaccines
Sandman Victoria
2852 Douglas Street
250.388.0788
10% off Best Available Rate
*there is a $20 pet charge per night
Sidney's Pet Centre & Aquatics
4-9769 Fifth St
250.656.3314
1 Free Name Tag (one time only)
Sooke Harbour House
1528 Whiffen Spit Rd
250.642.3421
Our four-legged guests enjoy home-made organic treats, cozy beds and blankets, and lots of love from our staff. Like their parents, most pets that visit us don't want to leave! Petiquette Perks members enjoy 10% off pet charges.
Spinnakers
308 Catherine St
250.386.2739
20% off Dog Biscuits at Provisions
The Olive Branch
17-3170 Tillicum Mall
250.382.6711
15% off
Topliss Law Group
1931 Lee Ave
250.598.1931

Estate and End of Life Planning

Include your beloved pets in your will - no charge Pet "Claws."

The Walking Dog Daycare
658 Jadel Dr
250.474.0551
$90 a week
Four days and one days free in one week only
*excluding holidays
Whisker's Urban Ranch: Pet Day Camp Co.
2021 Douglas St
250.388.3647
15% off all merchandise
Wigglebums Doggie Daycare5% off daily rate
Willow Wind Feed & Pet Supplies
2714 Sooke Road
250.478.8012
Receive a coupon for 10% off your entire order*
*one coupon per perks card, card punched or marked at time of purchase
 
Woofability Dog Boarding Service
250.686.2558
10% off first boarding stay
(not including July/August)
Woofers Non Kennel Dog Boarding
778.426.0000
10% off boarding fees
(not including July/August)
Woofers One to One Dog Training
778.426.0000
10% off one to one training sessions
Your Pet Pals
#4 – 100 Aldersmith Place, Nelson Sq.
250.360.1322
10% off Accessories
5% off Food (with exception of NRG)
Zoom n Groom
250.514.4031
10% off on first visit
10% off referral cards offered
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