In accordance with state and local laws, pet licenses are mandatory in Queen Anne’s County. In fact, licenses are mandatory in nearly every community across North America. Why? Because licenses help keep pets and the communities they live in safe. DocuPet was brought on board to simplify and improve pet licensing to benefit not only pet owners like you, but the entire community. DocuPet makes it easy for Queen Anne’s County Animal Services to deliver a successful pet licensing program with a streamlined software and management solution that makes licensing a breeze for pet owners and administrators alike.
Licensing your pet will require specific information and proof. Having these items at the ready allows for the fastest experience. You have the option to upload a document as a saved or scanned file, or you may take a photo directly from your device on our upload page.
We securely process payment online and accept all major credit and debit cards as forms of payment.
A valid microchip number is required in Queen Anne’s County and must be provided to complete the licensing process.
This document serves as formal proof that your pet has received a rabies vaccination. This document may be in the form of a Rabies Vaccination Certificate that has been signed by a veterinarian or certified professional. It is the law that pets must be up-to-date on their rabies vaccinations, so new documents will need to be uploaded to your pets profile as they receive their booster shots.
The fastest and easiest way to license or renew is right here. You'll create a profile for your pet, upload any necessary documents, process your license registration, and receive purchase confirmations via email. Payment can be made using a credit card or Visa/Mastercard debit card.
I've never licensed a pet with Queen Anne’s County Animal Services before.
In person licensing is available at the following location(s) however it's important to know you will still receive your tag in the mail:
Don't forget to check hours of operation, appointment policies, and accepted payment methods prior to heading out.
Queen Anne’s County Animal Services
201 Clay Dr, Queenstown, MD
21658
If you opt to license via snail mail - keep in mind processing your registration will take a lot longer!
Make sure you complete the below form in full and that it is free of any errors otherwise your registration may not be successfully processed. The fine print is there for a reason so keep an eye out for accepted payment methods, who the check should be made out to, where it should be mailed, and any required supporting documentation.
If you're having trouble licensing online and need to get your registration processed in a hurry, you can contact our customer care team and they may be able to process your pet license over the phone. Note that you must have up to date rabies documents on file and we can only accept credit cards and Visa/Mastercard debit as payment.
DocuPet Customer Care: 1-877-239-6072
Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday (excluding holidays) between 9:00 am and 9:00 pm EST and Sunday between 11:00 am and 7:00 pm EST
Pet licenses are required for all dogs and cats living in Queen Anne’s County. Licenses are available for lifetime terms and do not have an expiration date.
| Dog Licenses | Fee |
|---|---|
| Dog Registration (Lifetime) | $11.00 |
| Dog Registration (Lifetime) | |
|---|---|
| Fee | $11.00 |
| Cat Licenses | Fee |
|---|---|
| Cat Registration (Lifetime) | $11.00 |
| Cat Registration (Lifetime) | |
|---|---|
| Fee | $11.00 |
Visit our Help Desk for more information: https://docupetinc.zendesk.com/hc/en-us
You may have entered your address incorrectly or we may not have your address in the address database for your community. Please double-check all spelling and ensure you are using the abbreviated form for your street (e.g., type St instead of Street.) You may contact DocuPet Customer Care directly for assistance if you believe you reside within the licensing jurisdiction but your address is not being accepted by the system.
Please make an appointment with your veterinarian to have your pet microchipped prior to licensing. Or you can contact Queen Anne’s County Animal Services by calling (410) 827-7178 or emailing qacas@qac.org to discuss.
You may license in person at Queen Anne’s County Animal Services, located at 201 Clay Dr, Queenstown, MD 21658.
All pets over the age of 4 months are required to be licensed.
For all online orders a processing fee is applied on license purchases at a rate of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction.
No, there is no discount for licensing multiple pets. Each pet will be charged the appropriate licensing fee.
No, service animals are subject to the standard license fee.
Please visit Queen Anne’s County Animal Services in person if you are qualifying for this rate for the first time. They are located at 201 Clay Dr, Queenstown, MD 21658.
Please visit Queen Anne’s County Animal Services in person at 201 Clay Dr, Queenstown, MD 21658, and they will be able to assist you.
No, each pet will only receive one free tag with their first license via DocuPet. This tag doesn’t expire. If you’ve already received a DocuPet tag, your furry friend is good to go! If you’d like a new tag, you can purchase a standard replacement tag or a new designer tag during the license order process or in our store.
We’re sorry! Unfortunately, unless you update your account to reflect that a pet is no longer in your care, we have no way of knowing. Have you already told us? You may have a duplicate account. Get in touch with your licensing organization or our DocuPet customer service team to update your record.
If you are moving, please be sure to update your address by logging into your online account and navigating to your Profile Settings page. Even though you are moving, you’ll still be able to keep your pet's tag and access your pet's online account. However, your current license may not be valid in the new community you are moving to. Please get in touch with the pet licensing provider in the new community you are moving to in order to find out more information.
We're sorry for your loss. You can update a pet's profile via your online account by editing your pet's profile and selecting 'Remove this Pet'.
Please get in touch with Queen Anne’s County Animal Services at (410) 827-7178.
The following species are required to be licensed: Dogs and Cats.
Visit this page for information on licensing ordinances/bylaws.
All existing licensing data from Queen Anne’s County Animal Services has been transferred on to the DocuPet system, so your lifetime license is still valid. You can choose to keep your existing tag or purchase a zero dollar 'replacement tag' to get a new municipal tag.
Please visit Queen Anne’s County Animal Services in person as ferret licensing is not processed through DocuPet. They are located at 201 Clay Dr, Queenstown, MD 21658.
If you can’t locate the document you received after the procedure was done, you will need to contact your vet to obtain your pet's records. Be sure to specify any and all pets you require documentation for.
Once you’ve got the paperwork in your hands, take a look to ensure:
You will need to complete the required paperwork and visit Queen Anne’s County Animal Services in person to qualify for a rabies exemption.
To license your pet, you will be required to show proof that the pet's rabies vaccination is current. Requiring documentation ensures that provided pet information is accurate, which is critical for identification and safety reasons.