CARLISLE, Pa. — Cumberland County Treasurer Kaytee Isley on Monday announced a new contest designed to encourage residents to get 2025 dog licenses for their furry friends.
The “Deck the Paws” photo contest, aimed at raising awareness about the importance of dog licensing, invites residents to submit a photo of their pup dressed in their favorite holiday outfit while proudly displaying their dog license for a chance to win a special prize.
Licensing dogs is the quickest way to ensure their safe return if they become lost, Islay added.
Dog owners can purchase their 2025 dog licenses beginning Dec. 1, 2024, at the Treasurer’s Office or online.
Pennsylvania State Law mandates that all dogs aged three months and older must be licensed annually. Dog license fees are $8.70 for an annual license and $52.70 for a lifetime license.
Lifetime licenses are available only for dogs that have been microchipped by a licensed Pennsylvania veterinarian or kennel licensee or tattooed with a number issued by the Treasurer’s Office.
For residents aged 65 and older or those with disabilities, the cost is $6.70 for an annual license and $36.70 for a lifetime license, Isley said.
To qualify for the discount, individuals with disabilities must provide proof of disability insurance income under the Social Security Act, rent or property tax rebates under Public Law 104, or a handicapped license plate or placard issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
“In most homes, a dog is more than just a pet; it’s a member of the family. One way to ensure the safety and happiness of your pet is to purchase a 2025 dog license,” Isley said.
Revenue from dog license sales supports the work of dog wardens under the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. These wardens protect dogs and puppies in kennels, shut down bad actors and puppy mills, and monitor dangerous dogs to keep them off the streets, contributing to community safety.
2025 dog licenses are now available at the Cumberland County Treasurer’s Office and will be sold at designated locations starting in January 2025.
