Do I need a notary for the Dog License Application Form?

No. The application calls for the owner's signature and date, not notarization. Include a rabies certificate and, if applicable, a spay or neuter certificate or proof of exemption.

How do I submit the Dog License Application Form?

Submit it in person or by mail to the Town of Washington Town Clerk at 10 Reservoir Drive, PO Box 667, Millbrook, NY 12545. Include the applicable fee and required supporting documents.

What documents should I include with the application?

Include a copy of the rabies certificate. If the dog is neutered or spayed, include a copy of the corresponding certificate; the instructions also list proof of exemption where applicable.

Which dogs need a license?

The instructions say dogs four months of age or older must be licensed. Dogs under four months must also be licensed if running at large.

Washington, NY · Dutchess County

No notary required

Dog License Application Form

Dog owners use this form to apply for an original license, renew a license, or transfer ownership of a dog in the Town of Washington.

What this form is

The form records dog and owner details, rabies vaccination information, and the license type requested. The instructions say dogs four months or older must be licensed, and younger dogs must be licensed if running at large. Applicants select the applicable license type and fee, then provide the required supporting documents.

Who needs it

Owners who harbor or keep a dog in the Town of Washington use this form to apply for an original license, renewal, or ownership transfer.

How to submit it

Submit the application in person or by mail to the issuing clerk at the Town of Washington Town Clerk, 10 Reservoir Drive, PO Box 667, Millbrook, NY 12545. Include the applicable fee and required certificates or proof.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; include a rabies certificate and, when applicable, a spay or neuter certificate or proof of exemption.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Form
Download the Dog License Application Form for the Town of Washington.
2
Complete The Application
Print the requested information, select the license type, enter the applicable fee, and sign and date the form.
3
Gather Required Documents
Include a rabies certificate and, if applicable, a spay or neuter certificate or proof of exemption.
4
Submit To The Town Clerk
Submit the application, fee, and supporting documents in person or by mail to the Town of Washington Town Clerk.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Dog License Application Form?: No. The application calls for the owner's signature and date, not notarization. Include a rabies certificate and, if applicable, a spay or neuter certificate or proof of exemption.
How do I submit the Dog License Application Form?: Submit it in person or by mail to the Town of Washington Town Clerk at 10 Reservoir Drive, PO Box 667, Millbrook, NY 12545. Include the applicable fee and required supporting documents.
What documents should I include with the application?: Include a copy of the rabies certificate. If the dog is neutered or spayed, include a copy of the corresponding certificate; the instructions also list proof of exemption where applicable.
Which dogs need a license?: The instructions say dogs four months of age or older must be licensed. Dogs under four months must also be licensed if running at large.

Need something notarized?

This Dog License Application Form doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Washington form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.