Because of the Raymur Pump Station upgrades, Raymur Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic at Malkin Avenue. Access to Animal Services will be retained through Raymur Avenue.
Street parking is limited on Raymur Avenue and Malkin Avenue. We recommend parking on neighbouring streets.
All dog owners must make sure they have a licence and renew it annually.
In Vancouver, all dogs and service dogs over 3 months of age must have a dog licence. Review the benefits
Important information If you live on the Musqueam Indian Reserve or the University Endowment Lands, buy your dog licence in person or by phone.
Buy a new licence
- $61 (no tax) per dog, per year
- Pay with Visa, Mastercard, or American Express
Renew a licence
- $61 (no tax) per dog, per year
- Pay with Visa, Mastercard, or American Express
- Renew before your licence expires to avoid a $10 late penalty
Update or cancel a licence
- Update your address or contact information, add a family member, or add information about your dog
- Cancel if you have moved out of Vancouver, gave your dog to another family, or your dog has passed away
- Request a refund by:
- Returning the dog tag by mail or in person
- Providing a certificate from the veterinarian by mail, email, fax, or in person, if the dog was euthanized
Information icon Refunds take 6 to 8 weeks to process.
Replace a lost tag
- $6 (tax included)
- Replace any time or wait until you renew your licence
Transfer a licence
- Provide proof of your valid licence from the other municipality
- Expiry date will be the same as the pre-existing licence
- $6 (tax included)
Email: animal.services@vancouver.ca
Important note Dog licences are not transferable to other owners. The new owner must apply for a new licence.
Lost your dog?
What to do if your dog is missing or you find a stray dog.
Contact Animal Services
1280 Raymur Ave
Vancouver, BC V6A 3L8
Information icon Street parking is limited on Raymur and Malkin. Park on neighbouring streets.
Phone: 604-873-7000
Fax: 604-871-6862
Email: animal.services@vancouver.ca
Animal Services hours
Daily, 10am to 6pm
Pet adoption
By appointment only. Email animal.services@vancouver.ca
Closed on holidays.