All dogs must be licensed and microchipped
| Type of Licence | Fee |
|---|---|
| Assistance Dog | Free |
| Over 65 (first dog) | Free |
| Over 65 (subsequent dogs) | £5.00 |
| Concessionary rate (income support, housing benefit) | £5.00 |
| Neutered Dog | £5.00 |
| Normal Licence | £12.50 |
| Block Licence | £32.00 |
Licensing is considered to be an integral part of responsible dog ownership. The owner of an unlicensed dog may be issued with a £80 fixed penalty notice or prosecuted in court. The payment of a fixed penalty notice discharges any liability to conviction for that offence.
In court, the maximum penalty on conviction for keeping or taking possession of a dog without a licence is £1000. Anyone selling or giving another person a dog without ensuring that the other person has a licence also commits an offence (maximum penalty fine £1000).
Contact Details
Dog Control Team
📞 02871253253
📧 [email protected]​​