Dog Licensing

Van Buren County, Michigan dog licenses can be purchased at Al-Van Humane Society. Michigan Compiled Law 287.266 requires that all dogs over 4 months old must have BOTH a current rabies vaccination and a current dog license. Dog Licenses must be obtained by March 1st or as soon as a puppy has had his/her first rabies shot (around 6 months old). License fees for puppies under 7 months old are $30. After that date penalties apply. Van Buren County offers both a 1-year and a 3-year dog license. In order to purchase a license, your dog must have a current rabies vaccination. Current is defined as either: 30 days remaining in order to purchase a 1-year license, or (2) expiring after April 1st of the year the license expires for a 3-year license.