Licenses

Dog Licenses

2026 Dog License- Online Application 

Please note: Dog licenses for Hamilton Township residents will be issued by the Division of Health's Animal Shelter located at 2100 Sylvan Avenue. For more information, please call the Hamilton Township Animal Shelter at 609-890-3550.

Rules

Dog License Applications are due by February 28 at 4 pm; late fees start March 1.

Fees:

  • $18 - Spayed or Neutered
  • $21- Non-Spayed or Neutered

Senior Citizen Fees (Age 65 and over - proof of age / ID required):

  • $2 - Spayed or Neutered
  • $5 - Non-Spayed or Neutered

When applying for a Dog License, you will need:

  • Proof of current rabies vaccine must not expire prior to December 1 of the current licensing year. If it does expire before December 1st, your dog will need a vaccine prior to issuing a license for the current year. The New Jersey Department of Health requires that rabies vaccinations extend through at least ten months of the twelve-month license period. (An exemption will be granted if the owner presents written certification from a veterinarian that the dog cannot be vaccinated due to a medical condition or course of therapy.) 
  • Proof if dog is neutered or spayed
  • ID if requesting senior discount
  • Payment - cash, check, money order, and major credit cards are accepted

Applications

Online license applications are strongly encouraged. Click here to apply or renew your dog license.

 Late fees begin March 1 and is an additional $5 each month.

Please note that these licenses are for residents of Hamilton Township, Mercer County. Residents of Atlantic County should go through the Township of Hamilton, Atlantic County website.

We encourage all residents to use the online portal after January 1 of the licensing year. (Link to portal will be made available after January 1.) If you are unable to use the preferred online portal and need a paper form, you may download the 2026 Dog License Form (PDF) and mail the completed form or drop it off at the shelter with your payment and required documents.

See important information for animal owners on updates to NJ's Animal Cruelty Laws.

Animal Cruelty Laws

Pursuant to the provisions of P.L. 2017, Chapter 189 b., the following information regarding State of New Jersey Animal Cruelty Law is available:

Reporting Animal Cruelty?

Contact the Hamilton Police at 609-581-4000.