Dog & Cat Licensing

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Application Process

Apply or Renew Cat/Dog License on the Portal

Applications may also be submitted to us in person

Your Pet License Renewal Letter Application (PDF) may be submitted to us through the mail to the following address:

Paramus Board of Health
Borough Hall
1 Jockish Square
Paramus, NJ 07652

Free Rabies Clinic

The Paramus Board of Health conducts a free rabies immunization clinic for dogs and cats each year in early May. Watch for a mailing, local press and information on this website for actual dates and times.

Pet Adoption

Pets are available for adoption at Paramus Animal Control. Call 201-652-4554 for further information.

  1. Why should I license my dog or cat?
  2. When do I have to license my cat or dog?
  3. How often must licenses be renewed?
  4. What information must be included with my application?
  5. What are the fees?
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