Dog licenses are required for all dogs older than three months old. Obtaining a license is a quick and easy process that is essential to the safety of pets. If dogs are lost or stolen, a license can help make sure they get home safely. The fees collected through dog licensing are used to fund dog wardens.
NOTICE: Dog owners can go online to obtain new or renew license without the need to physically come to the treasurer’s office; although the Treasurer's Office will continue selling licenses, the new online system will provide an alternative method. For more information about dog licensing in Pennsylvania, go to:
www.licenseyourdogPA.com.
To "Apply — Pay — Print" your Pennsylvania Dog License online, simply go to www.padoglicense.com. Be Greene... Save a Tree... Pay On-Line... and see the advantages for using this online service: 1) free copy of your dog's paper license for boarding use ($4.00 savings); 2) Free annual reminder; 3) if your dog or other pets are lost, you can post your pet's information and a digital photo (FOR FREE) at
PALostDogs.com.
Dog License Applications will continue to be available at the Treasurer's Office or could be downloaded here, manually completed and mailed with the correct fee to the Treasurer’s Office.
PLEASE NOTE: the State no longer provides self-addressed stamped envelopes for returning dog licenses; therefore, please provide with your application a self-addressed stamped envelope for us to return your new dog license ... thank you for your understanding & cooperation.
Dog license fees are listed below:
Regular Fee:
Male or Female — $8.50
Neutered Male or Spayed Female — $6.50
Person with Disability or Senior Citizen Fee:
Male or Female — $6.50
Neutered Male or Spayed Female — $4.50
Click
here for the Regular Application Form.
Lifetime dog license fees are listed below:
Regular Fee:
Male or Female — $51.50
Neutered Male or Spayed Female — $31.50
Person with Disability or Senior Citizen Fee:
Male or Female — $31.50
Neutered Male or Spayed Female — $21.50
Click
here for the Lifetime Application Form.
Along with the Lifetime Application Form, a Permanent Identification Verification Form needs to be filled out as well. Click
here for this form.
PLEASE NOTE: To receive a lifetime dog license, the dog must have a tattoo or microchip permanently identifying it. To qualify for disability reduced rate, proof of disability is required.
All fees include service fees allowed by law; if the license is issued by an agent other than the Treasurer, an additional $.50 will be charged. Most of the licensing fees go to the state to fund various animal welfare programs. The county retains $1.00 to $1.45 of each license sold.
Dog Licenses can be physically purchased at the following local licensing agents:
Greene County Treasurer's Office
93 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (Phone: 724-852-5225)
Humane Society of Greene County
183 Jefferson Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (Phone: 724-627-9988)
The county dog warden canvasses the county at various times each year, looking for unlicensed dogs and citing their owners. Failure to license a dog is a summary offense punishable by a maximum fine of $300 for each unlicensed dog. The minimum fine is $50 plus court costs. All dogs must be under control and are not permitted to run at-large. Complaints may be reported to John C. Thomas, state dog warden, at 412-973-0215.
Animal Abuse Investigation: The Humane Society has specially trained and licensed staff who investigate reports of animal abuse, whether pets or livestock. Wild animals that are injured are best left alone, but if you want to report such a situation, contact the Pennsylvania Game Commission.