Why do I need to license my dog with the town?

Every dog in the State of New Hampshire is required to be licensed and to wear the tag at all times. A current rabies vaccination is required in order to get the license. The license is proof that all dogs get vaccinated against rabies which is also required by New Hampshire State Law. The money collected from the sale of the licenses helps to fund spay and neuter programs and pays for rabies testing in the event you, your child, or your pet is bitten by a possible rabid animal. The license tag also allows Animal Control to reunite you with your pet should it become lost.