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Dog licences and purchase locations in Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Victoria dogs older than four months must be licensed. First licences are purchased in person; existing licences can ren
Key information
Victoria dogs older than four months must be licensed. First licences are purchased in person; existing licences can renew online. This guide includes all ten vendors named on the city page, with current-fee uncertainty clearly marked.
On this page
First purchase and renewal
A first licence requires an in-person visit to a listed vendor. Bring proof if the dog is spayed or neutered so the appropriate rate can be used. Existing owners can renew online; the city mails the new tag.
Use MyCity to request electronic renewal invoices. Link the dog account using the account number and access code from the invoice, then choose email delivery.
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Dated fee table and exemptions
The current page promotes 2026 renewal but labels its fee table 2025. That table gives altered/unaltered fees of $30/$40 in January-February and $50/$60 in March-December. These are dated posted figures, not independently confirmed 2026 rates. Ask the vendor before paying.
The same page says dogs spayed or neutered in the previous twelve months receive a free licence for one year. Bring evidence and confirm applicability with the issuing vendor.
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Animal-control help and full scope
The city lists ten vendors, all included below. Opening hours and individual shop access were not verified, so call before visiting. This is the city’s named vendor list, not a directory of all pet businesses.
Report animal-control concerns on 250-414-0233. Owners of unlicensed dogs can be fined up to $125 per day. Licensing funds care of lost/injured animals and dog-waste bags in parks.
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Key details at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| First licence | In-person vendor purchase |
| Renewal | Online or vendor; new tag mailed after online renewal |
| Posted fee year | 2025 table under 2026 heading; confirm current charge |
| Recently altered dog | Posted one-year free licence condition |
| Unlicensed-dog fine | Up to $125 per day |
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Steps to follow
- Choose first purchase or renewal
First applications are in person.
- Bring proof of alteration
Ask about applicable rate and recent-alteration condition.
- Pay verified amount
Keep current licence and set email renewal if useful.
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Named service locations
Maps use the official address or named site. They do not confirm a particular accessible entrance, current opening status or available parking.
Bosley’s Pet Foods
491 Burnside Road East
One of the ten dog-licence vendors named by the City of Victoria. First applications are in person. Call to confirm vendor hours and the current licence charge.
- Telephone
- 250-385-6411
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Castle Building Centre, Bay Street
220 Bay Street
One of the ten dog-licence vendors named by the City of Victoria. First applications are in person. Call to confirm vendor hours and the current licence charge.
- Telephone
- 250-595-1225
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Castle Building Centre, Cook Street
1720 Cook Street
One of the ten dog-licence vendors named by the City of Victoria. First applications are in person. Call to confirm vendor hours and the current licence charge.
- Telephone
- 250-384-8181
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
City Pets Animal Clinic
106-3021 Shakespeare Street
One of the ten dog-licence vendors named by the City of Victoria. First applications are in person. Call to confirm vendor hours and the current licence charge.
- Telephone
- 250-370-1950
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Creatures Great and Small
770 Bay Street
One of the ten dog-licence vendors named by the City of Victoria. First applications are in person. Call to confirm vendor hours and the current licence charge.
- Telephone
- 250-382-3329
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
James Bay Community Centre
140 Oswego Street
One of the ten dog-licence vendors named by the City of Victoria. First applications are in person. Call to confirm vendor hours and the current licence charge.
- Telephone
- 250-389-1470
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Paws on Cook
200 Cook Street
One of the ten dog-licence vendors named by the City of Victoria. First applications are in person. Call to confirm vendor hours and the current licence charge.
- Telephone
- 250-888-9399
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Ross Bay Hardware
1584 Fairfield Road
One of the ten dog-licence vendors named by the City of Victoria. First applications are in person. Call to confirm vendor hours and the current licence charge.
- Telephone
- 250-598-7224
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Victoria Animal Control Services
564 David Street
One of the ten dog-licence vendors named by the City of Victoria. First applications are in person. Call to confirm vendor hours and the current licence charge.
- Telephone
- 250-414-0233
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Victoria City Hall
1 Centennial Square
One of the ten dog-licence vendors named by the City of Victoria. First applications are in person. Call to confirm vendor hours and the current licence charge.
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- Telephone
- 250-385-5711
Sources: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Useful questions and answers
At what age must a dog be licensed?
Older than four months.
Source: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Can I buy a first licence online?
No. The city requires a first purchase in person.
Source: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Can an existing owner renew online?
Yes. A new tag is mailed after online renewal.
Source: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
What proves a spayed or neutered rate?
Bring documentation of the procedure.
Source: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Are the fee figures on the page clearly labelled 2026?
No. The heading promotes 2026 renewal but the table is labelled 2025.
Source: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
What should I do about that fee mismatch?
Confirm the current charge with the city or vendor before paying.
Source: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Is there a recently altered-dog condition?
The page states that dogs altered within the past twelve months get one free licence year; verify with evidence at issue.
Source: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
How do I get an invoice by email?
Link the dog account in MyCity with its account number and access code, then select e-billing.
Source: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
What is the listed maximum unlicensed penalty?
Up to $125 per day.
Source: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list
Who receives an animal-control report?
Victoria Animal Control Services on 250-414-0233.
Source: Victoria dog licence requirements and complete vendor list