Why License?

In accordance with state and local laws, pet licenses are mandatory in Butler County, Ohio. 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 Butler County, Ohio 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.

Check out the ways you can license your pet below and feel good knowing that 100% of licensing revenue funds are given to Butler County, Ohio to support important animal welfare initiatives helping to improve your community.

How to License

  • Online
  • In-person
  • Mail
  • Phone

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!

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My pet has a license, but it has expired or will very soon.

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I've never licensed a pet with Butler County, Ohio before.

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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.

Ace Hardware Liberty TWP:
4185 Tonya Trail, Hamilton, OH 45011

Ace Hardware Wester Chester TWP:
7852 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester Township, OH 45069

AI-Joe's Pet and Garden Center:
173 N Brookwood Ave. Hamilton, OH 45013

Animal Friends Humane Society:
1820 Princeton Rd. Hamilton, OH 45011

Butler County Auditor:
130 High St. Hamilton, OH 45011

Butler County Dog Warden:
513-887-PAWS(7297) dogwarden@butlersheriff.org

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.

Pet license form

Download Application Form

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 we can only accept credit cards and Visa/Mastercard debit as payment.

DocuPet Customer Care: 1-877-239-6072
Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday (excluding holidays) from 9:00am-9:00pm EST

Butler County, Ohio Details & Fees

Pet licenses are required for all dogs living in Butler County, Ohio. Licenses are available for 1 year, 3 year, and lifetime terms and must be renewed prior to January 31st. You will receive reminders from us about upcoming license expirations via mail, phone, and email.

Licenses Fee
Dog License (1 Year) $14.00
Dog License (3 Year) $42.00
Permanent Dog License $140.00
Puppy License $7.00
Licenses
Dog License (1 Year) $14.00
Dog License (3 Year) $42.00
Permanent Dog License $140.00
Puppy License $7.00

A replacement Butler County, Ohio tag is available for a $5 fee or at no additional charge when you license your pet.

When licensing a Certified Guide or Assistance Dog for the first time, licensing must be done in person.

A late fee of $14 will apply after January 31st.

Licenses are required for all dogs over 3 months of age.

Puppy licenses are available from July 1st to December 1st for puppies aged 3 months and younger.

When licensing a Dangerous Dog for the first time, licensing must be done in person. Future renewals may be done online once the status is verified.

Kennel licenses are not processed through DocuPet. Please contact the Butler County Auditor for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

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LICENSING OPTIONS, DATES, AND LOCATIONS

You may license in person at the following locations:

  • Ace Hardware Liberty TWP: 4185 Tonya Trail, Hamilton, OH 45011

  • Ace Hardware Wester Chester TWP: 7852 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester Township, OH 45069

  • AI-Joe's Pet and Garden Center: 173 N Brookwood Ave, Hamilton, OH 45013

  • Animal Friends Humane Society: 1820 Princeton Rd, Hamilton, OH 45011

  • Butler County Auditor: 130 High St, Hamilton, OH 45011

  • Butler County Dog Warden: 513-887-PAWS (7297) & dogwarden@butlersheriff.org

 

All dogs over the age of 3 months are required to be licensed.

Licenses are required to be renewed prior to the expiration date depending on the length of the license term you purchased.

Please visit in person at Butler County Auditor's Office located at 130 High St. in Hamilton and they will be able to assist you.

Butler County Auditor's Office provides licensing services for the following areas: Butler County

No refunds are provided on licenses purchased regardless of circumstances.

Please visit Butler County Auditor's Office in person as kennel licensing is not processed through DocuPet. They are located at 130 High St. in Hamilton.

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 type ex. St instead of Street. You may contact Butler County Auditor's Office directly if you believe you reside within their jurisdiction but your address is not being accepted by the system.

FEES AND FINES

A late fee of $14 will apply after January 31st.

For all online orders, a processing fee is applied on license purchases at a rate of 2.65% + $0.25 per transaction.

Visit this page for licensing options and fees.

Please visit Butler County Auditor's Office in person if you are qualifying for this rate for the first time. They are located at 130 High St. in Hamilton. Once the team there verifies your designation you will be able to renew online in future years.

No, there is no discount for licensing multiple pets. Each pet will be charged the appropriate licensing fee.

Please visit Butler County Auditor's Office in person if you are qualifying for this rate for the first time.

ACCOUNT UPDATES

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.

CITY INFORMATION AND CITY ORDINANCES

The laws governing dog licensing in the State of Ohio may be found in the Ohio Revised Code (ORC), sections 955.01, 955.05, and 955.26. 

Please get in touch with Butler County Dog Warden at 513-785-1300.

The following species are required to be licensed: Dogs