In accordance with local laws, pet licences are mandatory in the City of Nelson. In fact, licences are mandatory in nearly every community across North America. Why? Because licences help keep pets and the communities they live in safe. DocuPet was brought on board to simplify and improve pet licensing to benefit not only pet owners like you, but the entire community. DocuPet makes it easy for the City of Nelson to deliver a successful pet licensing program with a streamlined software and management solution that makes licensing a breeze for pet owners and administrators alike.
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 licence 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!
I've never licensed a pet with the City of Nelson before.
In person licensing is available at the following location(s) however it's important to know you will still receive your tag in the mail:
Don't forget to check hours of operation, appointment policies, and accepted payment methods prior to heading out.
City of Nelson
310 Ward St., Suite 101, Nelson, BC V1L 5S4
If you opt to license via snail mail - keep in mind processing your registration will take a lot longer!
Make sure you complete the below form in full and that it is free of any errors otherwise your registration may not be successfully processed. The fine print is there for a reason so keep an eye out for accepted payment methods, who the check should be made out to, where it should be mailed, and any required supporting documentation.
If you’re having trouble licensing online and need to get your registration processed in a hurry, you can
contact our customer care team and they may be able to process your pet licence over the phone. Note
that you
must have up to date spay/neuter or rabies documents on file and we can only accept credit cards and
Visa/Mastercard debit as payment.
DocuPet Customer Care: 1-855-249-1370
Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday (excluding holidays) between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm PDT and Sunday between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm PDT
Pet licences are required for all dogs living in the City of Nelson. They must be renewed every year prior to the expiration date. Licences expire exactly 365 days from the start date of the licence. You will receive reminders from us about upcoming licence expirations via mail, phone, and email.
| Dog Licences | Fee |
|---|---|
| Sterile Dog | $30.00 |
| Fertile Dog | $70.00 |
| Vicious Dog | $300.00 |
| Sterile Dog | |
|---|---|
| Fee | $30.00 |
| Fertile Dog | |
|---|---|
| Fee | $70.00 |
| Vicious Dog | |
|---|---|
| Fee | $300.00 |
The City of Nelson provides licensing services for the following areas: City of Nelson
Licences are required to be renewed prior to the expiration date each year.
Please visit the City of Nelson in person as kennel licensing is not processed through DocuPet. They are located at 310 Ward St., Suite 101 in Nelson.
Licences expire exactly 365 days from the licence start date. If you renew prior to the upcoming expiration date, your pet's new licence will start the day after expiration, not on the date of purchase.
You may renew your pet's license within 45 days of your pet's current license expiration date. 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.
You may license in person at the City of Nelson located at 310 Ward St., Suite 101 in Nelson.
No, there is no discount for licensing multiple pets. Each pet will be charged the appropriate licensing fee.
No, service animals are subject to the standard licence fee.
A fine up to $60 may be charged for failing to comply.
Please visit the City of Nelson in person if you are qualifying for this rate for the first time. They are located at 310 Ward St., Suite 101 in Nelson. Once the team there verifies your designation you will be able to renew online in future years.
There are no senior rates to license your pet.
Visit this page for licensing options and fees.
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 licence 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.
Please get in touch with the City of Nelson at (250) 352-5511.
The following species are required to be licensed: Dogs.
Visit this page for information on licensing bylaws.
Visit our DocuPet Help Desk for more information.