Dog Licenses
Residents must license their dogs six months and older through the Town Clerk's office per State of Connecticut regulations. Licenses must be renewed annually in June. A penalty of $1.00 per month is charged for late licensing or renewals. You may obtain a dog license in person, by mail, or Renewals only Online. You will need:
- A certificate or bill from the veterinarian showing current rabies vaccination and its expiration date. You can email updated pet information to TownClerkEmail.
- A veterinarian certificate or bill showing that the dog has been neutered or spayed; otherwise, the non-altered fee will be charged.
- The fee is $8.00 for a spayed or neutered dog; or $19.00 for an unaltered dog.
- Dog License Application to apply by mail or use Drop Box in Town Hall foyer.
If applying for a dog license by mail, please send the application form, supporting documentation, and a check made out to Prospect Town Clerk, along with a self-addressed business-sized envelope stamped with two postage stamps, to:
Prospect Town Clerk, 36 Center Street, Prospect, CT 06712.
Other Dog Licensing Fees
- Replacement of Lost Current Tag: $.50
- Transfer of Ownership (if already issued): $1.00
- Change of Residence (within Town): $.50
- 10 Tag Kennel Licenses for an owner, keeper, or breeder owning 10 or more dogs that are for show, sport, or sale: $51.00
- Guide Dog: Free
Hunting & Fishing Licenses
Sporting licenses are issued on a calendar year and expire on December 31st of the year purchased. Lifetime licenses are available for those over 65 years of age, but these must also be renewed annually.
To apply for a license or more information, visit the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) website or call the DEEP Department at 860-424-3105 during business hours.