Town announces pet licencing contest for 2025

The Town of St. Marys is asking residents to register their pets as part of a “purr-fectly paw-some” contest. 

From Monday, January 13, 2025, until Monday, March 31, 2025, each pet licence purchase or renewal will qualify the owner for entry into a draw to win a $50 gift card from Pet Valu. Those who have previously registered their pet for the year of 2025 will automatically be entered. Owners may earn additional entries by sharing a photo of their licenced dog or cat with their name included in the comments on the Town’s weekly pet licencing  Facebook post. 

Licences can be purchased or renewed using the Town’s convenient online form (available at townofstmarys.com/petlicences) or by visiting Town Hall (175 Queen St. E) or the Municipal Operations Centre (408 James St. S)during business hours. Pet tags are $25 per year per pet until March 31, when they will increase to $35. The tags are valid for the entire life of the pet, but annual registration fees are still required. An invoice will be sent to owners each year; the balance can be paid by cash, cheque or through the online payment form. 

Pet licenses serve an essential purpose in reuniting lost pets with their owners when they are found and taken in by Animal Control. Additionally, the registration fees collected from pet licenses contribute to supporting the dog park and the Town's ongoing animal control program. 

"We are excited to launch this contest as a fun way to encourage responsible pet ownership in our community," says Town of St. Marys Clerk, Jenna McCartney. "Registering your pets not only increases the likelihood of being reunited with them if they go missing but also helps fund our local animal control initiatives." 

Additional information about pet licences, including details about how to pay your annual invoice can be found at townofstmarys.com/petlicences. Questions about pet licences can be directed to the Clerks Department at 519-284-2340, ext. 241 or clerksoffice@town.stmarys.on.ca 

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For media inquiries:  
Stacey Frayne | Marketing and Communications Specialist 
519-284-2340, ext. 218 | sfrayne@town.stmarys.on.ca