Dog Licenses

Dog Licenses


All dogs 8 weeks or older must have a valid annual dog license by January 1 each year.                                               Microchipped dogs are eligible for a convenient one-time Lifetime license in lieu of having to buy a new license annually.

Lost Dog

Search for its owner at:  Dog Licenses website.

2026 Dog Licenses Available Beginning December 1, 2025 

  • Online
  • In person at 124 W. Diamond St., Butler, PA  
  • By phone 724-284-5149
  • By mail using a paper application 

Lifetime License

  • If your pet is microchipped, it is eligible for a Lifetime dog license
  • Documents required:  Lifetime Dog License Application AND Permanent Identification Verification (PIV) Form signed by Veterinarian or Technician are required by law for the purchase of the Lifetime Dog License
  • Available Online or by mail or in person in the Treasurer's Office   

Cost - NEW PRICING EFFECTIVE DECEMBER 1, 2025

  • Annual license $10.80
  • Annual Senior citizen aged 65+ years old or person with disability $8.80 
  • Duplicate license available at the Butler County Treasurer’s Office for $1.80
  • Lifetime license $52.80
  • Senior or person with disability Lifetime license $36.80

How to Order

  • Annual license:  Dog License Website.  Convenience fees apply. 
  • Lifetime license:  Dog License Website:  Convenience fees apply.
  • If ordering using a paper license application, mail payment and completed applications and forms to


    Butler County Treasurer
    124 West Diamond Street
    P.O. Box 1208
    Butler, PA 16003

Downloadable Applications 

  • Dog license Application (PDF) Fillable Dog License Application
  • Lifetime Dog License Application* (PDF) Fillable Lifetime Dog License Application
  • Permanent Identification Verification Form* (PIV Form) (PDF) Fillable PIV Form
    • Note (*) means both forms must be completed for a Lifetime license.
    • If ordered online, both forms must be scanned and attached to the license order to avoid delays in issuance of the Lifetime license.
  • Disability Affidavit for Dog License (PDF) Fillable
  • Form must be completed to receive the disability discount rate for both annual license and Lifetime license.


Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement

  • Pennsylvania’s Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement is responsible for law enforcement in regard to dog licenses and other Pennsylvania state laws regarding dogs.
  • Failure to license a dog is a summary offense punishable by a maximum fine of $500 for each unlicensed dog. The minimum fine is $50 plus court costs. All dogs must be under control and are not permitted to run at-large.
  • Complaints may be reported to the Local State Dog Warden, Thomas Wharry 412-973-2539, or you may complete the following Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Bureau of Dog Law Complaint form.

Who Can Enforce

Disclaimer

The purpose of the information listed on this website is to be helpful to those who have questions. Please note that absolutely no information listed for the Butler County Treasurer should be used as legal advice. Personnel are not permitted to give any legal advice. If you have a question concerning legality, please contact an attorney.