All licenses expire on June 30th.
You must have a license from the Division of Food Protection (DFP) to use dogs or cats in research and education.
- This page, Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education, is offered by
- Division of Food Protection
- Bureau of Climate and Environmental Health
- Department of Public Health
Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education
Contacts
Division of Food Protection (DFP)
Phone
BCEH eLicensing HelpDesk
Call Division of Food Protection (DFP), BCEH eLicensing HelpDesk at (833) 281-6111
The Details
What you need
To apply, you will need to:
- Complete and sign the entire online application form (found in the links below)
- Only complete this form if you are applying to use Dogs and Cats in research and education. No other animals need to be listed as part of this application form.
Please submit a separate application and fee payment for each institution seeking licensure.
Fees
Pay by credit card or electronic fund transfer using the Environmental Health eLicensing Portal.
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 | per each license application |
How to apply
Go to the Environmental Health eLicensing Portal and create an account, or log into your existing account. If this is your first time using this new portal, please visit BCEH eLicensing System User Guide.
More info
For questions related to license status, how to use the eLicensing system, or any other licensing questions, please contact the Division of Food Protection (DFP) using the eLicensing Support Request Form or call the BCEH eLicensing HelpDesk at (833) 281-6111.
This license is in accordance with Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 140, Section 174D and 105 CMR 910.000.
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Contact
Phone
BCEH eLicensing HelpDesk
Call Division of Food Protection (DFP), BCEH eLicensing HelpDesk at (833) 281-6111