Do you want to apply Pet Dog registration or license for your dog Chennai? Or want to renew your registration? Below is a step-by-step guide for online pet registration in Chennai.
Think of a dog license as your pet’s official ID card, issued by the Chennai Corporation. It’s not just a piece of paper, it’s a key part of being a responsible pet owner in the city.
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So, why Pet Dog registration so important?
For you, the pet parent, it’s a simple way to legally prove your dog is yours. This can be a lifesaver if your furry friend ever gets lost or if there’s ever a dispute about ownership. It also ensure proper vaccination for rabies for your Pet.
Pet Dog Registration in Chennai: What laws says
If you live in Chennai, registering your pet isn’t just a good idea, it’s the law, as per the Chennai City Municipal Act,1919. While the Corporation might eventually start a door-to-door registration campaign, the easiest way to get it done right now is online.
In the next section, we’ll walk you through the entire thing step-by-step, including the cost and all the documents you’ll need to have ready.
There are two ways for Pet registration in chennai.
- DO IT YOURSELF
- USE FOOUNDIT SERVICES
USE FOOUNDIT SERVICES
You can click here and register my making Payment. Fooundit will do all online Process for you.
DO IT YOURSELF
Step 1: If your registering your Pet in Chennai first time , then click here and click on signup. If you renewing then just login with your Number and password


Step 2: After Signup or Login, you get a screen to add your Pet like image below

Step 3: Add your Pet Name, Breed, Photo, Identification Mark and Color as image below. Once Details filled, submit the form

Step 4: Once form filled, the next step is payment process.
Step 5: After adding Pet, now click on Apply license (on three parallel dots on right side). Check Image Below

Step 6: When you click on Apply License, new page appear which ask for hospital name and vet. Select Below 6 government clinics for Free Microchip (You can also select Private vet, if you want paid microchip)
- Thiru-Vi-Ka Nagar Pet Clinic
- Nungambakkam Pet Clinic
- Kannammapet Pet Clinic
- Meenambakkam Pet Clinic
- Pulianthope Pet Clinic
- Llyods Colony Pet Clinic
After Payment, download payment receipt. Take this payment receipt and your vaccination card with your pet and visit the select Pet clinic for Microchip.
After microchip done, your application will be verified by veterinary authorities and Municipal Corporation of Chennai and they will approve your license. You can download your license from Portal within 24-48 hours.
PLEASE NOTE: Sometimes, your Vet give you license instantly on the spot but sometimes it appears on portal after 24-48 hours, once vet approved your license.
If you want Hassle Free Process, you can opted for Fooundit services, the whole process will be taken care by Fooundit Team. Click here to Opt for Fooundit Services
Frequently asked Question
Microchipping is necessary for Cats?
Yes, As per guidelines, Microchipping is mandatory for all pets including cats. Main reason of Microchipping is to avoid Pet abandonment and proper tracking of pets vaccines and health.
Is my Old Active license valid , before Microchipping?
Yes, old Active license is still valid. just use that License for getting Free microchip for Pets at Gov Pet clinics.
Is Govt. vet clinic open on Saturday and Sunday?
Yes as per our last check with Clinic. All Gov Vet Clinics open on Weekends between 9:00AM – 3:00PM (Saturday and Sunday)
Can i do Microchip for Pets from private vet Clinic?
Yes, you can do that, but its chargeable at vet Clinic and your vet must be registered with GCC (Greater Chennai Corporation). WhatsApp us if you have a query
My Jurisdiction comes under Panchayat, Is Registration still Mandatory?
No, registration is mandatory only under the jurisdiction of Greater Chennai Corporation. Just keep pet vaccination up to date
What is the last date of Pet License?
Last Date is 22nd November 2025, after that Door-to-Door Inspection will start for Pets. Please Register Pet as soon as possible to avoid any last time rush.
My old account is not showing my Pet license.
Yes, old registrations are not visible in few cases but if you have an active license as PDF, its still valid. Just Visit any of 6 Govt. Pet clinics with License for Microchip, because its mandatory.
Am not able to reset the password of old account/number
Yes, Password reset via Phone OTP will not work. So You have to register again on Portal. if you facing any issues, contact us on WhatsApp button below

