Port Coquitlam dog owners have until February 2 to get a $15 discount on their dog’s 2026 licence. Until the end of day on February 2, 2026, dog licences cost $32 for dogs spayed or neutered dogs or $80 for unspayed or unneutered dogs.
In accordance with our Animal Control Bylaw [PDF/881KB], dog licences are required for all dogs age six months and up in Port Coquitlam, with fees helping to pay for services such as sheltering and adoption of strays, and bylaw enforcement related to dogs at large, dog bites, excessive barking, aggressive dogs, and dog waste in public spaces.
Renew a dog licence:
- Renew an existing licence online by credit card.
- Visit City Hall (2580 Shaughnessy St) to renew and pay by credit card, cheque or debit.
- Drop off the renewal form and cheque (no cash) in the secure 24-hour drop box at the main entrance at City Hall.
- Pay through your bank. To add the City as a payee, search for Port Coquitlam and select Dogs. Some banks will require the numbers 103 in front of the account number. Please note, the payment must arrive at the City by Feb. 3 to qualify for the discount, and banks may take several business days to process online payments.
Get a new dog licence:
- Complete an online application form. A staff member will review the form and contact you for payment.
- Visit Port Coquitlam City Hall (2580 Shaughnessy St) to apply in person and to pay by credit card, cheque or debit.
Dog Licensing Fees
- For spayed/neutered dogs: If applying before February 3, the fee is $32. If applying after February 3, the fee is $47. Copy of neuter/spay certificate is required for new applications.
- For unaltered (not spayed/neutered) dogs: If applying before February 3, the fee is $80. If applying after February 1, the fee is $95.
- Licences are free for seeing eye or hearing assistance dogs with satisfactory proof.
- Licences are free for new residents trading in a valid licence from another municipality.
- Discounts are available for dogs that are acquired or spayed/neutered part way through the year, with valid documentation.
Dog Tags and Decals
- New applicants: A dog tag will be issued upon receipt of payment.
- Renewals: Your existing tag will remain valid for multiple years. You may request a replacement if your tag is lost or damaged.
Dog Licence Contest
Until January 31, dog owners can share a photo of their furry friend on the City’s social media channels for a chance to win one of three free dog licenses and some fun dog swag. Enter via:
- Instagram, Bluesky or X: Post your dog’s photo using the hashtag #pocodoggo and tag @cityofpoco.
- Facebook: Upload a photo of your dog in the comments of any post related to the #pocodoggo photo contest on the City of Port Coquitlam’s Facebook page.
Please be aware:
We will not contact you before Feb. 3
We will not ask for your credit card details or we will not ask you to make a payment
We will not contact you from any other account besides our official City of Port Coquitlam account