All dogs are required, by law, to be licensed within the county they reside within 30 days of turning 4 months of age or moving to Midland County. The Midland County Dog License Program includes one-year and three-year licenses available for purchase throughout the year. Licenses should be renewed by the last day of the month in which the rabies vaccination expires. To qualify for a three-year license the dog must have received a new three-year rabies vaccination within the past 30 days.
2018 Regular License Fees:
For newly acquired dogs or dogs just 4 months of age, you have 30 days to obtain a license at the regular fee. Proof of rabies vaccination is required to purchase a license(s), proof of sterilization is required to obtain the reduced fee for license(s).
| 1 year- sterilized |
$14.00 |
| 1 year- unsterilized |
$22.00 |
| 3 year- sterilized |
$28.00 |
| 3 year- unsterilized |
$44.00 |
| License transfer from another county |
$3.00 |
| **Delinquent license fees are $20 more than regular license |
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Licenses can be purchased at:
- Most Midland County Veterinarian Offices
- Humane Society of Midland County
- Midland County Treasurers Office
As a courtesy, the Treasurer's Office will mail license renewal applications the month before the license expires. Licenses are conveniently available at many area veterinarian offices and by mail or in-person at the Midland County Treasurer's Office.
Kennel license fees:
A NEW Kennel License Application can be obtained from the Animal Control Deputy by calling (989) 832-6856. Application must be approved by your Township or City official prior to inspection.
Kennel Licenses are issued by the Animal Control Deputy on site at the time of inspection.
| 3 to 10 dogs |
$10.00 |
| 11 or more dogs |
$25.00 |
| Inspection Fee |
$25.00 |