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- This page, Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education, is offered by
- Food Protection Program
- Bureau of Environmental Health
- Department of Public Health
Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education
You must have a license from the Food Protection Program to use dogs or cats in research and education.
Contact for Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education
Food Protection Program
The Details of Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education
What you need for Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education
To apply, you will need to:
- Complete and sign the entire 2-page application form (found in the downloads 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 for Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education
Pay by check or money order, made payable to:
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 | per each license application |
How to apply Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education
Mail all required materials to:
Department of Public Health
Food Protection Program
305 South St.
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130-3597
More info for Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education
This license is in accordance with Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 140, Section 174D and 105 CMR 910.000.
Downloads for Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education
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Application for License to Use Dogs or Cats in Research and Education
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Application for License to Use Dogs or Cats in Research and Education
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Contact for Apply for a license to use dogs or cats in research and education
Address
305 South St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Phone
Fax
(617) 983-6770