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 license 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!
Frequently Asked Questions
HELP DESK
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LICENSING OPTIONS, DATES, AND LOCATIONS
You may license in person at the following locations:
- Sandusky County Dog Shelter: 1950 Countryside PL, Fremont, OH 43420
- Sandusky County Auditor: 100 N. Park Ave. Suite 228, Fremont, OH 43420
In-person licensing is available at the following locations between December 1st and January 31st:
- Humane Society of Sandusky County - Fremont: 1315 N River Rd, Fremont, OH 43420
- Chud’s - Fremont: 1103 Napoleon St, Fremont, OH 43420
- Westview Veterinary Hospital - Fremont: 3032 Napoleon Rd, Fremont, OH 43420
- Lindsey Village Market - Fremont: 217 S Main St, Lindsey, OH 43442
- Groomer’s Corner - Clyde: 141 E McPherson Hwy, Clyde, OH 43410
- Discount Drug Mart - Clyde: 1062 W McPherson Hwy, Clyde, OH 43410
- Marathon One Stop Shop - Woodville: 228 E Main St, Woodville, OH 43469
- Dirty Dog Grooming - Gibsonburg: 112 N Main St, Gibsonburg, OH 43431
- Fremont Animal Hospital: 2357 Sean Dr, Fremont, OH 43420
- Clyde Public Library: 222 W Buckeye St, Clyde, OH 43410
- Bellevue Animal Hospital: 718 W Main St, Bellevue, OH 44811
- York Animal Hospital: 1184 W Main St, Bellevue, OH 44811
All dogs over the age of 3 months are required to be licensed.
Licenses are required to be renewed prior to the expiration date depending on the length of the license term you purchased.
Licenses are available for renewal each year on December 1st. If you renew prior to the upcoming expiration date, your pet's new license will start the day after expiration, not on the date of purchase.
Please visit Sandusky County Dog Shelter in person as kennel licensing is not processed through DocuPet. They are located at 1950 Countryside Pl, Fremont, OH 43420.
No refunds are provided on licenses purchased regardless of circumstances.
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 Sandusky County Dog Shelter directly if you believe you reside within their jurisdiction but your address is not being accepted by the system.
FEES AND FINES
For all online orders, a processing fee is applied on license purchases at a rate of 2.65% + $0.25 per transaction.
Please visit Sandusky County Dog Shelter in person if you are qualifying for this rate for the first time. They are located at 1950 Countryside Pl, Fremont, OH 43420. 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.
Please visit Sandusky County Dog Shelter in person if you are qualifying for this rate for the first time.
A $20 late fee will apply if you fail to license before February 1st.
No, there is no discount for licensing multiple pets. Each pet will be charged the appropriate licensing fee.
ACCOUNT UPDATES
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 license 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.