Dog Licenses
Per Virginia Code § 3.2-6524 and § 3.2-6521, Arlington residents with dogs over four months old must obtain a dog license and vaccinate their dog against rabies. Arlington County does require residents to license service dogs, but there is no licensing fee for service dogs.
If you no longer own a dog that had a registered County dog license, email our Customer Service team or call 703-228-4000.
As of July 1, 2019, new dog licenses are valid for the life of your pet and will not need to be renewed as long as you maintain your pet’s active rabies vaccination. The cost of this lifetime dog license is $30.00. Apply for a lifetime license by completing this application(PDF, 86KB) and submitting it by mail, in person, or online.
How to Apply for a Dog License
Online
Click here to submit your application online. Upon processing your application, a representative will reach out via email with instructions for submitting payment. Please allow 3-5 business days for us to process your application.
Mail
Send your completed application, a current rabies vaccination certificate, and a $30.00 check payable to “Treasurer, Arlington County” to:
Office of the Treasurer
Operations Division
2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 201
Arlington, VA 22201
In Person
Bring your completed application(PDF, 86KB) and a current rabies vaccination certificate to:
Office of the Treasurer
2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 215
Arlington, VA 22201
Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
You can pay by cash, check, money order, debit card, or credit card. Credit card payments are subject to a convenience fee, charged directly to you by our service provider.
Rabies Clinics
The Animal Welfare League of Arlington sponsors regular rabies clinics. For more information, go to Low-Cost Rabies and Microchip Clinics or call 703-931-9241.