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Bringing home a puppy is joy and chaos! Puppy-proof your home with simple tips to keep your little one safe, happy, and healthy.

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Learn the signs of ear mites in cats, home remedies that help, when to visit the vet, and how to clean and protect your cat’s ears from future infestations.

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Whether you’re raising your dog in the cosy apartments of Mumbai, the independent homes of Chennai, or the green back lanes of Bengaluru, life as a pet parent in India comes with a bit of paperwork. <h2>What is Pet Registration?</h2>Registering your pet, or getting a dog license, is the process of recording your dog with the local municipal body. This annual requirement officially recognises you as your pet’s legal guardian while helping civic authorities track vaccinations, ownership, and public safety.The practice dates back to British colonial municipal laws in India, where dog licensing was introduced primarily to control rabies and manage the street dog population. Over the years, pet registration has become a part of many city-level municipal laws.Increasingly, pet registration is being more strictly enforced across cities, driven by growing public concern over street dogs, improving vaccination coverage, and ensuring responsible pet parenting.<h2>Why is Pet Registration Mandatory?</h2><img src="https://images.happypet.care/images/43596/vaccination-on-a-golden-retriever-dog.webp">In many Indian metropolitan cities, pet registration is a legal requirement along with mandatory annual renewal. Skipping it can attract heavy fines, or in extreme cases, even confiscation of your pet dog.<ol><li data-list="bullet">Maintaining public health &amp; safety: Your dog must be vaccinated against rabies and other zoonotic diseases, such as Leptospirosis, before registration. This ensures that all pets in the city are healthy and protected, keeping both pets and people safe.</li><li data-list="bullet">Tracking pet population: Annual registration allows the city to keep track of the number of pet dogs. This helps in planning better welfare programs, resources, and policies for pets.</li><li data-list="bullet">Ownership traceability: Registering your dog comes with official proof of ownership. This protects you in case of disputes, helps with insurance or claims, and makes it easier to recover your pet dog if they get lost or stolen. </li></ol><h2>How Can I Register My Pet Dog in India?</h2><img src="https://images.happypet.care/images/43595/howcan-i-register-my-pet-dog-in-india.webp">In India, pet registration is done through your local municipal corporation or panchayat. The process typically includes:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Filling out the registration form</li><li data-list="bullet">Submission of up-to-date vaccination records (especially for rabies)</li><li data-list="bullet">Payment of a nominal registration fee</li><li data-list="bullet">Providing photos of the dog, sometimes with the parent</li><li data-list="bullet">Pet parent’s identity and address proof</li></ol>Once approved, you will receive the registration certificate/dog license, sometimes even a physical tag that your dog may need to wear as proof of ownership.Please note that the exact requirements will vary by city, so always check your local municipal body’s website or office for the exact details.In this guide, we will walk you through the process of getting your dog registered in five major Indian cities - Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Kolkata. While registering your pet dog is mandatory in all of these cities, thankfully, they have also digitalised the entire process, making it quick and hassle-free. Let’s go through the application process, registration fees, and necessary documents for each city!<h3>Pet Registration in Mumbai (BMC)</h3>According to section 191 (A) of the BMC Act, pet registration is a legal requirement in Mumbai. Thankfully, BMC has digitalised the entire process; you need to share basic details of the pet, upload the necessary documents, and complete the payment.<ol><li data-list="bullet">How to apply: Online via BMC’s dog license portal</li><li data-list="bullet">Fee: ₹175 approx. per year</li><li data-list="bullet">What you’ll need:</li></ol> -Pet parent’s address proof -Up-to-date vaccination certificates for Rabies &amp; LeptospirosisThe documents should be in PDF or JPG format and up to 2 MB in size.Want a step-by-step guide to registering your dog in Mumbai? Click <a href="https://thepack.in/articles/pet-registration-dog-license-online-mumbai" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.<h3>Pet Registration in Delhi (MCD)</h3>According to Section 399 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, pet registration is mandatory for pet parents in Delhi. The process is completely online and can be completed through MCD’s portal. To apply, all one has to do is fill out the application form with your and your dog’s basic information, upload the documents, and complete the payment.<ol><li data-list="bullet">How to apply: Online via the MCD portal</li><li data-list="bullet">Fee: ₹500 per year (+ ₹100/month late fee)</li><li data-list="bullet">What you’ll need:</li></ol> -Photos of the dog (JPEG/JPG format, less than 20kb in size) -Photos of the dog with the parent (JPEG/JPG format, less than 20kb in size) -Anti-rabies vaccination certificate issued by a registered veterinary practitioner /hospital (PDF format, less than 2 MB in size) -Applicant ID proof (PDF format, less than 2 MB in size) -Applicant residence proof (PDF format, less than 2 MB in size)Learn about the entire step-by-step process to register your dog in Delhi <a href="https://thepack.in/articles/how-to-get-your-dog-license-delhi-pet-registration?utm_source=HPC" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here.</a><h3>Pet Registration in Chennai (GCC)</h3>As per the Chennai City Municipal Act, 1919, pet registration is mandatory in Chennai. To fill up the online application form, upload relevant identity proofs &amp; your dog’s vaccination records and wait for a house visit. Earlier this year, GCC made microchipping your pet dog a mandatory requirement for license approval.<ol><li data-list="bullet">How to apply: Online via the GMCC website</li><li data-list="bullet">Fee: ₹50 annually</li><li data-list="bullet">What you’ll need:</li></ol> -Pet dog’s photo -Your dog’s basic details (Name, age, breed, identification mark) -Vaccination &amp; Deworming details (Rabies vaccination must be taken within 365 days before registration) -Pet parent’s photo &amp; address proofHere’s a step-by-step guide for registering your pet in Chennai by clicking <a href="https://thepack.in/articles/how-to-get-your-dog-license-online-in-chennai-pet-registration-chennai?utm_source=HPC" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here. </a><h3>Pet Registration in Hyderabad (GHMC)</h3>Pet registration is now mandatory in Hyderabad, and failure to do so can incur fines up to ₹50,000. The online pet registration process in Hyderabad is pretty straightforward and valid for up to one year.<ol><li data-list="bullet">How to apply: Online via the GHMC pet registration portal</li><li data-list="bullet">Fee: ₹50 annually</li><li data-list="bullet">What you’ll need:</li></ol> -Pet parent’s details (Full name, email address, mobile number, residential address) -Pet details (Name, age, breed, sex, and colour) -Pet dog’s photo (in .jpg, .jpeg, or .png format) -Anti-rabies vaccine certificate<h3>Pet Registration in Kolkata (KMC)</h3>Under Section 521 of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation Act, 1980, all dogs within the city limits must be registered. The online dog registration process is pretty straightforward. Pet parents need to log in to the online portal, fill out the application form, upload the relevant documents, and complete the payment.<ol><li data-list="bullet">How to apply: Online via the KMC website</li><li data-list="bullet">Fee: ₹150 per dog per year</li><li data-list="bullet">What you’ll need:</li></ol> -Self-attested copy of your dog’s vaccination details -Self-attested copy of the owner’s ID proof (Aadhar card, Driver’s license, Passport, etc.)Both documents should be in PDF format, and the file size should not exceed 1000 KB.Registering your dog might initially seem like just another bureaucratic chore, but it's actually a meaningful step that brings a host of benefits for you, your pet, and your community. When you register your pet dog, you’re not just ticking off a box on your to-do list; you’re officially becoming your pet’s legal guardian in the eyes of the law. This can be incredibly helpful in cases of emergencies, disputes, or if your dog ever gets lost and needs to be identified and reunited with you.Beyond the benefits it holds for us, registering your dog also contributes towards building a more responsible and pet-friendly society. Local authorities use registration data to monitor pet populations, ensure that vaccinations are up to date, and plan better services like dog parks, veterinary care, and community outreach programs. It also helps in managing stray animal populations and preventing the spread of diseases, contributing to a cleaner and safer environment for everyone—pets and humans alike.

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Pet registration is a legal requirement in 5 major Indian cities. Learn how to apply, what it costs, and the documents needed to get started.

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