Westport News: Dog License Renewal and Rabies Clinic Notice
Westport Town Clerk Patricia Strauss has announced that beginning June 1 dog licenses may be obtained from her office. All dogs over six months must be licensed. “Licensing your dog verifies that rabies immunization is up to date, as the dog owner must present a copy of the pet’s rabies certificate when obtaining a license,” said Strauss. “A $75 infraction will be issued for any non-licensed dog and for any dog not wearing a current dog tag attached to a collar around its neck or body,” she said. Last year, 2,730 dog tags were issued. Of those, 2,532 were altered, 162 were unaltered, 32 were replacements or transfers, and 4 were exempt tags. Fees for dog licenses are: $8 for…
