Dog License Fees

WV Law requires the Assessor to collect license tax on all dogs that are or will be six months of age or older, for county and municipalities.

You will find space provided on your assessment from to give a brief description of each dog. Dog tags will be mailed to you at the address listed on your assessment form. Please enclosed check or money order with you assessment.

Dog Fees:

• County $3.00 each dog
• City/Town $6.00 each dog

Dog license tax supports reimbursement to farmers for loss of sheep killed by dogs, the pound, and animal control programs.

NOTE: Dog tags are sold all year long. If you get a dog before or after July 1 and it is 6 months old or older, a dog tag is required.