Your Licensing Guide

Why License?

In accordance with local laws, pet licences are mandatory in the City of Cranbrook. In fact, licences are mandatory in nearly every community across North America. Why? Because licences 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 City of Cranbrook 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 the City of Cranbrook 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 licence 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!

Renew my pet's licence

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

Renew now

License a pet for the first time

I've never licensed a pet with the City of Cranbrook before.

License now

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.

City Hall:
40- 10th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC, V1C 2M8

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 licence form

Download Application Form

If you’re having trouble licensing online and need to get your registration processed in a hurry, you can give our customer care team a call and they may be able to process your pet licence over the phone. Note that we can only accept credit cards and Visa/Mastercard debit as payment.

DocuPet Customer Care: 1-855-249-1370
Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday (excluding holidays) from 7:00am-7:00pm MT

City of Cranbrook Details & Fees

Pet licences are required for all dogs and cats living in the City of Cranbrook. They must be renewed every year prior to the expiration date. Licences expire exactly 365 days from the start date of the licence. You will receive reminders from us about upcoming licence expirations via mail, phone, and email.

Dog Licences Fee
Spayed/Neutered Dog $30.00
Not Spayed/Neutered Dog $60.00
Cat Licences Fee
Spayed/Neutered Cat $15.00
Not Spayed/Neutered Cat $30.00
Spayed/Neutered Dog
Fee $25.00
Not Spayed/Neutered Dog
Fee $65.00
Spayed/Neutered Cat
Fee $15.00
Not Spayed/Neutered Cat
Fee $30.00

A replacement City of Cranbrook tag is available for a $10.00 fee or at no additional charge when you license your pet.

Failure to license your pet may result in a fine.

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

Residents of the City of Cranbrook are allowed to own a maximum of 3 dogs and 3 cats.

Licences are required for all dogs and cats over 2 months of age.

Frequently Asked Questions

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LICENSING OPTIONS, DATES, AND LOCATIONS

It makes sense to renew your pet's licence early! You may renew your pet's licence within 60 days of your pet's current licence expiration date. If you renew prior to the upcoming expiration date, your pet's new licence will start the day after expiration, not on the date of purchase.

All pets over the age of 2 months are required to be licensed.

Licences are required to be renewed prior to the expiration date each year.

Licences expire exactly 365 days from the licence start date. If you renew prior to the upcoming expiration date, your pet's new licence will start the day after expiration, not on the date of purchase.

You may license in person at Cranbrook City Hall located at 40-10 Ave S, Cranbrook, BC V1C 2M8. 

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 the City of Cranbrook directly if you believe you reside within their jurisdiction but your address is not being accepted by the system.

FEES AND FINES

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

Please visit the City of Cranbrook in person if you are qualifying for this rate for the first time. Once the team there verifies your designation you will be able to renew online in future years.

Visit this page for licensing options and fees. 

For all online orders, a processing fee is applied on licence purchases at a rate of 2.9% plus $0.30 per transaction.

PET INFORMATION AND PROFILES

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 licence 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.

MUNICIPAL INFORMATION AND BYLAWS

Please get in touch with the City of Cranbrook at  250-489-9598. 

Visit this page for information on licensing bylaws. 

The following species are required to be licenced: Dogs and Cats

Residents of the City of Cranbrook are allowed to own a maximum of 3 dogs and 3 cats.

HELP DESK

Visit our DocuPet Help Desk for more information.