Dog Tags
All dogs within the Village of Merrickville-Wolford are required to have a dog tag and be registered prior to April 30th of each calendar year. The licence expires each year on December 31. The license record associated with the tag has to be renewed each year.
The dog tag fee will increase after April 30.
Fees
| Licenses for Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|
| Dog License (each tag) | $15.00 |
| Replacement Tag | $5.00 |
| Service Dogs or Law Enforcement Work Dogs | No Charge |
| Kennel (commercial) – per year for 20 runs | $100.00 |
| Kennel (commercial) – For each additional run over 20 | $10.00 |
Pound Release Fees
Pound release fees shall be payable to the Village of Merrickville-Wolford plus disbursements. And are payable as to the owner(s) not upon any specific dog.
| Release fee (First Time) | $25.00 |
| Release fee (Second Time) | $50.00 |
| Release fee (Third Time) | $100.00 |
| Subsequent release fee | $200.00 |
How to Purchase/Renew a Tag
Livestock Lost to Predators
If you have lost livestock and poultry to certain animal predators, you are entitled to seek compensation under the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program.
Livestock Valuators are responsible for carrying out a full and impartial investigation within 72 hours of receiving the notification of the injury or death of livestock or poultry. They must also take three to six colour photos per eligible kill/injury incurred and document all necessary information to accurately complete the application. Vaulators are responsible for providing a completed program application to the owner and the municipality within seven business days of completing an investigation.
Please visit the Staff Directory to contact the Village’s current appointed Livestock Valuator under the Various category.
