All dogs older than three months are required to be registered in Ohio per Ohio Revised Code 955.01. The fee for a one-year license is now $32.00 as the regular sale season ended on January 31st.

The Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution 23-0880 for calendar year 2024 to increase the dog licenses to cover the cost of care.

Muskingum County also offers three-year and permanent licenses for sale. These licenses are only available for purchase at the Muskingum County Auditor's Office and the Muskingum County Dog and Kennel Office. The fee for a three-year license is $64.00 and the fee for a permanent license is $176.00.

Kennel licenses are also available for sale at the price of $160.00. These licenses are only available for sale at the Muskingum County Auditor's Office. Kennel licenses are only available if you are breeding and selling your dogs. An active Vendor's License is required.

These are the methods to renew/purchase your 2024 Muskingum County Dog License:

Purchase your 2024 Dog License online at https://www.doglicenses.us/OH/Muskingum/. Online purchases require a purchasing fee of $3.00 per license, plus shipping and handling. Purchase your 2024 Dog License by completing a blank application . Return it with check or money order AND a self-addressed stamped envelope to the Muskingum County Auditor’s Office located at 401 Main Street, Zanesville, OH 43701. Your 2024 tags and receipt will be mailed to you. Purchase your 2024 Dog License in person at the Muskingum County Auditor's Office located at 401 Main St or at the K-9 Adoption Center located at 1854 East Pike. Cash or Check only. If you no longer own a dog, if your beloved dog has passed, or if you have any questions, please contact my office at (740) 455-7109, option 1 or email doglicenses@muskingumcounty.org.