Dog Licensing

Regulations Governing Dog Ownership

All dogs or wolf-hybrids six (6) months or older must be licensed by April 1, 2026.

Brookline Animal License Fees:

Neutered & Spayed: $14.00
Unneutered Dog: $18.00
Late Fees: After April 1, 2026 there will be an additional $4.00 late fee added.
These fees include $7.00 sent to the State: $3.00 for the State Rabies Program, and $4.00 for the State’s Spay/Neutering Program.

For any dog not licensed by May 30, 2026, the owner will be charged a $50.00 fine per animal, according to the Brookline Dog Ordinance.

Rabies Certificates

Dogs or wolf-hybrids over 3 months of age shall be vaccinated against rabies. The initial vaccination shall be valid for 12 months. Within 9-12 months of the initial vaccination the animal shall receive a booster that will be valid for 36 months. A copy of the rabies certificate will be given to the Town Clerk upon licensing the animal.

Rabies is a disease that can kill animals and people.

• Vermont law requires rabies shots for all CATS and DOGS
• Rabies shots help protect pets and pet owners from rabies.
• Enjoy wildlife from a safe distance. Rabid animals have been found in all Vermont counties.
• Questions? Call the Vermont Rabies Hotline: 1.800.472.2437

Upcoming Rabies Clinics for 2026:

Animal Control Officer (ACO)

CONTACT	PHONE
ACO: Windham County Sheriff’s Office	(802) 365-4949
Town ACO Liaison: Dot Maggio	(802) 365-7072

Dot Maggio is the Brookline Animal Control Officer (ACO) and collaborates with the Windham County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) in maintaining leash laws, nuisance dogs, and acts as a communication liaison between the Health Department, WCSO and the Town of Brookline.