Dog tags for the Township of Hamilton, Township of Alnwick-Haldimand, and the Municipality of Port Hope can now be purchased online through a partnership with the Northumberland Humane Society and DocuPet, an online software platform.


The new online service will allow pet owners to purchase dog licenses from the comfort of their home, maintain a pet profile, receive access to the HomeSafe 24/7 lost pet service, upgrade to personalized designer tag styles, and receive automated renewal notices. The online pet profile allows Northumberland Humane Society staff – the animal services by-law enforcement provider for all three communities - to quickly identify dogs and reduce the amount of time a lost dog spends in the shelter. This will significantly reduce stress for the animal and families and decrease the demand on resources such as shelter space, food, medical, and bedding.


In addition, dog tags will now be valid for 365 days from date of purchase compared to the previous calendar year model, which required pet owners to purchase their tags by January 1st of each year. This gives residents more flexibility and offers better value for money. In addition, the new service will allow for easier enforcement because reports will identify when a licence hasn't been renewed and a proactive approach can be taken through education and communication.



Township of Alnwick/Haldimand Dog Licensing Fees 2023:
• Dog Licence - Spayed or Neutered $20.00
• Dog Licence - Not spayed or neutered $35.00
• Replacement Tag - $5.00

2022 dog tags will remain valid until May 31, 2023 to allow pet owners time to purchase their new tags through DocuPet.
Residents of the three municipalities can purchase their 2023 dog tags online at northumberlandhs.docupet.com, by mail, over the phone or in person at the Northumberland Humane Society at their Port Hope facility (371 Ward Street) during their regular business hours.


Contact Information:
For more information, please contact:

Pat Kemp, Municipal Clerk
Telephone: 905-349-2822 ext.25

Dog Bite Procedure

What to do?
  • Seek medical treatment—Call 911.
  • Report the bite to Municipal Animal Services at 905-885-7808, By-law Enforcement Officer Daryl Hall at 905-349-2822 ext. 27 and Health Unit at 905-885-9100.
  • Provide a description of the dog.
  • Get the dog owner's name and address.
  • Record specific information (date, time, location).
  • Get witness information.
  • Take photos of the bite injury.
  • Write a handwritten statement with all details as soon as possible.

If you are the owner of a dog that has bitten:
  • Leash your dog.
  • Isolate your dog from other people/animals.
  • Report the bite to Municipal Animal Services at 905-885-7808, By-law Enforcement Officer Daryl Hall at 905-349-2822 ext. 27 and Health Unit at 905-885-9100.
  • Write a handwritten statement with all details as soon as possible.