Apply online
If you prefer to mail or drop off your application a printable application (PDF) is available. Complete the application and enclose a copy of your dog's current rabies certificate along with your payment.
Pricing
- Not Spayed/Neutered Dog:
- One Year License- $30 ($20 for seniors 60+)
- Three Year License- $80 ($60 for seniors 60+)
- Spayed/Neutered Dog:
- One Year License- $15 ($10 for seniors 60+)
- Three Year License- $40 ($30 for seniors 60+)
- Service Dog:
- No charge with property documentation
The price for licenses after the rabies deadline doubles.
Items to Include with Completed Application
- A valid rabies vaccination certificate (with a vaccine licensed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture)
- If applicable, proof of spay/neuter
- Proof of Service Dog, if applicable
General Information
- All dogs must be licensed when they attain the age of four months. NOTE: Battle Creek residents living within the city limits must obtain their appropriate license at the city's office.
- One year dog licenses expire on the last day of the month of the dog's current rabies vaccination every year.
- Three year dog licenses expire on the last day of the month of the dog's current rabies vaccination, every third year.
- Microchip implantation and registration for dogs are available. For information please contact your local veterinarian, call the Michigan Department of Agriculture at 517-373-1077 or visit www.akccar.org.
Kennel Licensing
A kennel is an establishment where 5 or more dogs are confined and kept for sale, boarding, breeding or training purposes. To apply for a kennel license:
- Complete the kennel application and return with rabies certificated to the Calhoun County Sheriff's Department at 161 E. Michigan Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49014.
- Upon receipt of your application, the animal control officer will arrange an appointment to inspect your kennel site and issue an inspection certificate that is good for a calendar year.
- Bring the kennel inspection certificate to the County Treasurer's Office along with payment for the license.
- Fees - Increase Kennel Licensing for the 2024 year
- Inspection fee – no charge
- Licensing fee - $10.00 a dog not to exceed over $250.00 a year