Ross County Auditor Jeff Lehner has announced that 2025 dog and kennel licenses are now available for purchase. Residents can obtain licenses through the Auditor’s Office, online, or at various local vendors throughout the county.
“We are pleased to once again partner with the Ross County Humane Society and small businesses across our community to make obtaining licenses convenient for everyone,” said Lehner. He emphasized that fees remain unchanged at $10 per dog and $50 for kennel licenses.
Under Ohio law, dog owners must register any dogs aged three months or older annually. The deadline for the 2025 registration is January 31, 2025. Late registrations are subject to state-mandated penalties. Proceeds from license sales support the Ross County Humane Society, which provides essential services for the community’s animals.
Where to Purchase Licenses
Residents can purchase licenses at the following locations:
- Online: doglicenses.us/OH/Ross
- Ross County Auditor’s Office: 2 N Paint St Ste G, Chillicothe | 740-702-3080
- Pettit’s Service Station: 10848 Main St, Clarksburg | 740-993-2209
- Paint Valley Hardware & Supply: 570 E Main St, Bainbridge | 740-634-3888
- Garman Feed & Supply: 3540 OH-28, South Salem | 937-981-7154
- Frankfort Hardware & Gifts: 15 N Main St, Frankfort | 740-998-2051
- Central Center Hardware: 653 Central Center, Chillicothe | 740-773-7272
- Kingston Market: 9277 OH-159, Kingston | 740-642-2288
- North Fork Animal Clinic: 2260 Anderson Station Rd, Chillicothe | 740-773-7387
- Ross County Humane Society: 2308 Lick Run Rd, Chillicothe | 740-775-6808
For more information, dog owners are encouraged to contact the Ross County Auditor’s Office at 740-702-3080.
Deadline Reminder: Don’t wait! Ensure your furry friends are registered by January 31, 2025, to avoid penalties and support local animal welfare.
