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1. How do I licence my dog?

All dogs over the age of four months residing in White Rock must have a valid dog licence. Application forms for new dog licences are provided at the front counter upstairs at Reception in City Hall at 15322 Buena Vista Avenue. Dog licence renewal payments can be made through online payment, in-person, or by mail.

2. What is the fee for a dog licence?

Dog licence fees are available under Schedule "A" - Dog License Fees of Animal Control and Licensing Bylaw, 2012, Number 1959 (PDF). This includes yearly renewals.

A summary of these fees is provided below:

Category	Fee
Aggressive Dog	$200
Altered Dog (each)	$25
Licence Tag Replacement	$10
Licence Transfer	$10
Nuisance Dog	$100
Unaltered Dog (each)	$40

3. I no longer have my dog / I've moved out of the City. What should I do?

If you no longer have a dog that was licensed in the past, or if you no longer live in the City of White Rock, please contact the Planning and Development Services Department at 604-541-2139. We'll revise our records accordingly.

4. I've found a lost dog / I've lost my dog! What should I do?

Please view more from animal control.

5. Can I take my dog to the Waterfront?

Dogs are currently not allowed at the Waterfront. Read more from animal control.

6. My question isn't here - who should I contact?

You may find the Animal Control FAQ helpful for your purposes. If not, please contact the applicable authority at your convenience.

For any additional information, please contact us at 604-541-2139.