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1. Shard Calculation

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Response:

Calculated Shard: 176 (from laksa061)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa176.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.boston.gov/news/dog-licensing-reminder-and-bostons-most-popular-dog-names-1\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.boston.gov/news/dog-licensing-reminder-and-bostons-most-popular-dog-names-1\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

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Plus, check out Boston's top ten dog names and breeds from 2026. \n All dogs in Boston require a new license each year. This process can be completed online, by mail, or in-person at our upcoming licensing clinics. \n“Dog licenses are not just required by law, they help ensure that we can quickly return your pup to you should they get lost,”\nsaid Alexis Trzcinski, Director of Animal Care and Control.\n“Please do your part to keep your pet safe and tagged.”\nBoston’s most popular dog names of 2025 have been revealed as part of this year’s licensing reminder. The top dog name overall and for females was Luna, with 137 registrations with this name. Coming in second, and leading the pack for male dog names is Charlie, with 118 registered pups. At the tail end, the 25th most popular name for dogs was Poppy, with 49 registered.\nThe data also highlights Boston's favorite dog breeds. The Labrador Retriever reigned as the city’s most popular breed, with 1,961 registered, followed by the Golden Retriever (970) and the Miniature Poodle (543). Other top breeds included the Chihuahua (490) and the German Shepherd (480).\nAll dogs over six months old must be licensed annually. Owners are required to provide a copy of their dog’s current rabies certificate and proof of spaying or neutering (if applicable). Licensing fees are $15 for a neutered or spayed pet and $30 for an unaltered pet, with fees waived for service animals and residents aged 70 or older. Unlicensed pets are subject to a $50 fine. \nFor an in-depth guide on dog licensing, including a link to license your dog online, visit Animal Care and Control’s\nhow-to article\n. \nThe City of Boston will also host a series of low cost dog licensing and pet vaccine clinics from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays from March 7 to June 6 at eight BCYF community centers. For details, fees, and locations, please visit\nboston.gov\/animals\nor call (617) 635-1800. \nFollow Animal Care and Control on social media for updates and adorable adoptable pets: Instagram\n@bostonanimalcontrol\n, X\n@animalboston\nand Facebook\n@bostonanimal\n. \nTop ten dog names:\nLuna (137)\nCharlie (118)\nBella (94)\nLucy (89)\nDaisy (88)\nTeddy (80)\nMilo (79)\nPenny (69)\nCoco (67)\nMillie (66)\nTop ten most popular dog breeds:  \nLabrador Retriever (1,961)\nGolden Labrador Retriever (970)\nMiniature Poodle (543)\nChihuahua (490)\nGerman Shepard (480)\nAustralian Shepherd (398)\nYorkshire Terrier (392)\nShih Tzu (388)\nBeagle (338)\nCavalier Spaniel and French Bulldog (311)\n###","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to Main Content](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/news\/dog-licensing-reminder-and-bostons-most-popular-dog-names-1#content)\n\n[![City of Boston](https:\/\/patterns.boston.gov\/images\/b-dark.svg)](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/ \"Go to home page\")\n\nMain menu\n\n- [Help \/ 311](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/boston-311)\n- [Home](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/homepage-bostongov)\n- [Guides to Boston](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/guides)\n- [Departments](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments)\n- [Public Notices](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/public-notices)\n- [Pay and apply](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/city-boston-services-applications-and-permits)\n- [Business Support](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/government\/cabinets\/economic-opportunity-and-inclusion)\n- [Events](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/events)\n- [City of Boston News](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/news)\n- [View City Projects](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/boston-digital-service\/project-search)\n- [Newsletters](https:\/\/newsletters.boston.gov\/subscribe)\n- [Places](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/news\/dog-licensing-reminder-and-bostons-most-popular-dog-names-1 \"Click to expand Places menu\")\n  - Back\\|t\n  - [Cemeteries](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/cemeteries)\n  - [Community centers](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/community-centers)\n  - [Historic Districts](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/landmarks-commission#historic-districts)\n  - [Libraries](https:\/\/www.bpl.org\/)\n  - [Neighborhoods](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/neighborhoods)\n  - [Parks and playgrounds](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/parks-and-recreation\/playgrounds-and-parks-boston)\n  - [Schools](http:\/\/www.bostonpublicschools.org\/Page\/628)\n- [Government](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/news\/dog-licensing-reminder-and-bostons-most-popular-dog-names-1 \"Click to expand Government menu\")\n  - Back\\|t\n  - [City Clerk](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/city-clerk)\n  - [City Council](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/city-council)\n  - [Elections](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/election)\n  - [Boards and commissions](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/civic-engagement\/boards-and-commissions)\n  - [City government overview](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/311\/city-boston-government)\n- [Feedback](mailto:mayor24reply@boston.gov \"Need help? 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This process can be completed online, by mail, or in-person at our upcoming licensing clinics.\n\n“Dog licenses are not just required by law, they help ensure that we can quickly return your pup to you should they get lost,” **said Alexis Trzcinski, Director of Animal Care and Control.** “Please do your part to keep your pet safe and tagged.”\n\nBoston’s most popular dog names of 2025 have been revealed as part of this year’s licensing reminder. The top dog name overall and for females was Luna, with 137 registrations with this name. Coming in second, and leading the pack for male dog names is Charlie, with 118 registered pups. At the tail end, the 25th most popular name for dogs was Poppy, with 49 registered.\n\nThe data also highlights Boston's favorite dog breeds. The Labrador Retriever reigned as the city’s most popular breed, with 1,961 registered, followed by the Golden Retriever (970) and the Miniature Poodle (543). Other top breeds included the Chihuahua (490) and the German Shepherd (480).\n\nAll dogs over six months old must be licensed annually. Owners are required to provide a copy of their dog’s current rabies certificate and proof of spaying or neutering (if applicable). Licensing fees are \\$15 for a neutered or spayed pet and \\$30 for an unaltered pet, with fees waived for service animals and residents aged 70 or older. Unlicensed pets are subject to a \\$50 fine.\n\nFor an in-depth guide on dog licensing, including a link to license your dog online, visit Animal Care and Control’s [how-to article](http:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/animal-care-and-control\/how-license-your-dog).\n\nThe City of Boston will also host a series of low cost dog licensing and pet vaccine clinics from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays from March 7 to June 6 at eight BCYF community centers. For details, fees, and locations, please visit [boston.gov\/animals](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/animal-care-and-control) or call (617) 635-1800.\n\nFollow Animal Care and Control on social media for updates and adorable adoptable pets: Instagram [@bostonanimalcontrol](https:\/\/instagram.com\/bostonanimalcontrol), X [@animalboston](https:\/\/twitter.com\/animalboston) and Facebook [@bostonanimal](https:\/\/facebook.com\/bostonanimal).\n\n**Top ten dog names:**\n\n1. Luna (137)\n2. Charlie (118)\n3. Bella (94)\n4. Lucy (89)\n5. Daisy (88)\n6. Teddy (80)\n7. Milo (79)\n8. Penny (69)\n9. Coco (67)\n10. Millie (66)\n\n**Top ten most popular dog breeds:**\n\n1. Labrador Retriever (1,961)\n2. Golden Labrador Retriever (970)\n3. Miniature Poodle (543)\n4. Chihuahua (490)\n5. German Shepard (480)\n6. Australian Shepherd (398)\n7. Yorkshire Terrier (392)\n8. Shih Tzu (388)\n9. Beagle (338)\n10. 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The Labrador Retriever reigned as the city’s most popular breed, with 1,961 registered, followed by the Golden Retriever (970) and the Miniature Poodle (543). Other top breeds included the Chihuahua (490) and the German Shepherd (480).\n\nAll dogs over six months old must be licensed annually. Owners are required to provide a copy of their dog’s current rabies certificate and proof of spaying or neutering (if applicable). Licensing fees are \\$15 for a neutered or spayed pet and \\$30 for an unaltered pet, with fees waived for service animals and residents aged 70 or older. Unlicensed pets are subject to a \\$50 fine.\n\nFor an in-depth guide on dog licensing, including a link to license your dog online, visit Animal Care and Control’s [how-to article](http:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/animal-care-and-control\/how-license-your-dog).\n\nThe City of Boston will also host a series of low cost dog licensing and pet vaccine clinics from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays from March 7 to June 6 at eight BCYF community centers. For details, fees, and locations, please visit [boston.gov\/animals](https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/departments\/animal-care-and-control) or call (617) 635-1800.\n\nFollow Animal Care and Control on social media for updates and adorable adoptable pets: Instagram [@bostonanimalcontrol](https:\/\/instagram.com\/bostonanimalcontrol), X [@animalboston](https:\/\/twitter.com\/animalboston) and Facebook [@bostonanimal](https:\/\/facebook.com\/bostonanimal).\n\n**Top ten dog names:**\n\n1. Luna (137)\n2. Charlie (118)\n3. Bella (94)\n4. 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Boilerpipe Text	Toggle Menu Information and Services Public notices Feedback English Español Soomaali Português français 简体中文 Search Boston.gov The Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s Animal Care and Control Division reminds city dog owners that the annual deadline for licensing their pets is March 31, 2026 . Plus, check out Boston's top ten dog names and breeds from 2026. All dogs in Boston require a new license each year. This process can be completed online, by mail, or in-person at our upcoming licensing clinics. “Dog licenses are not just required by law, they help ensure that we can quickly return your pup to you should they get lost,” said Alexis Trzcinski, Director of Animal Care and Control. “Please do your part to keep your pet safe and tagged.” Boston’s most popular dog names of 2025 have been revealed as part of this year’s licensing reminder. The top dog name overall and for females was Luna, with 137 registrations with this name. Coming in second, and leading the pack for male dog names is Charlie, with 118 registered pups. At the tail end, the 25th most popular name for dogs was Poppy, with 49 registered. The data also highlights Boston's favorite dog breeds. The Labrador Retriever reigned as the city’s most popular breed, with 1,961 registered, followed by the Golden Retriever (970) and the Miniature Poodle (543). Other top breeds included the Chihuahua (490) and the German Shepherd (480). All dogs over six months old must be licensed annually. Owners are required to provide a copy of their dog’s current rabies certificate and proof of spaying or neutering (if applicable). Licensing fees are $15 for a neutered or spayed pet and $30 for an unaltered pet, with fees waived for service animals and residents aged 70 or older. Unlicensed pets are subject to a $50 fine. For an in-depth guide on dog licensing, including a link to license your dog online, visit Animal Care and Control’s how-to article . The City of Boston will also host a series of low cost dog licensing and pet vaccine clinics from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays from March 7 to June 6 at eight BCYF community centers. For details, fees, and locations, please visit boston.gov/animals or call (617) 635-1800. Follow Animal Care and Control on social media for updates and adorable adoptable pets: Instagram @bostonanimalcontrol , X @animalboston and Facebook @bostonanimal . Top ten dog names: Luna (137) Charlie (118) Bella (94) Lucy (89) Daisy (88) Teddy (80) Milo (79) Penny (69) Coco (67) Millie (66) Top ten most popular dog breeds: Labrador Retriever (1,961) Golden Labrador Retriever (970) Miniature Poodle (543) Chihuahua (490) German Shepard (480) Australian Shepherd (398) Yorkshire Terrier (392) Shih Tzu (388) Beagle (338) Cavalier Spaniel and French Bulldog (311) ###
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This process can be completed online, by mail, or in-person at our upcoming licensing clinics. “Dog licenses are not just required by law, they help ensure that we can quickly return your pup to you should they get lost,” said Alexis Trzcinski, Director of Animal Care and Control. “Please do your part to keep your pet safe and tagged.” Boston’s most popular dog names of 2025 have been revealed as part of this year’s licensing reminder. The top dog name overall and for females was Luna, with 137 registrations with this name. Coming in second, and leading the pack for male dog names is Charlie, with 118 registered pups. At the tail end, the 25th most popular name for dogs was Poppy, with 49 registered. The data also highlights Boston's favorite dog breeds. The Labrador Retriever reigned as the city’s most popular breed, with 1,961 registered, followed by the Golden Retriever (970) and the Miniature Poodle (543). Other top breeds included the Chihuahua (490) and the German Shepherd (480). All dogs over six months old must be licensed annually. Owners are required to provide a copy of their dog’s current rabies certificate and proof of spaying or neutering (if applicable). Licensing fees are \$15 for a neutered or spayed pet and \$30 for an unaltered pet, with fees waived for service animals and residents aged 70 or older. Unlicensed pets are subject to a \$50 fine. For an in-depth guide on dog licensing, including a link to license your dog online, visit Animal Care and Control’s [how-to article](http://www.boston.gov/departments/animal-care-and-control/how-license-your-dog). The City of Boston will also host a series of low cost dog licensing and pet vaccine clinics from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays from March 7 to June 6 at eight BCYF community centers. For details, fees, and locations, please visit [boston.gov/animals](https://www.boston.gov/departments/animal-care-and-control) or call (617) 635-1800. Follow Animal Care and Control on social media for updates and adorable adoptable pets: Instagram [@bostonanimalcontrol](https://instagram.com/bostonanimalcontrol), X [@animalboston](https://twitter.com/animalboston) and Facebook [@bostonanimal](https://facebook.com/bostonanimal). Top ten dog names: 1. Luna (137) 2. Charlie (118) 3. Bella (94) 4. Lucy (89) 5. Daisy (88) 6. Teddy (80) 7. Milo (79) 8. Penny (69) 9. Coco (67) 10. Millie (66) Top ten most popular dog breeds: 1. Labrador Retriever (1,961) 2. Golden Labrador Retriever (970) 3. Miniature Poodle (543) 4. Chihuahua (490) 5. German Shepard (480) 6. Australian Shepherd (398) 7. Yorkshire Terrier (392) 8. Shih Tzu (388) 9. Beagle (338) 10. 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Readable Markdown	Toggle Menu - [Information and Services](https://www.boston.gov/city-boston-services-applications-and-permits) - [Public notices](https://www.boston.gov/public-notices) - [Feedback](https://www.boston.gov/form/website-feedback-form?full=1) - [English Español Soomaali Português français 简体中文](https://www.boston.gov/news/dog-licensing-reminder-and-bostons-most-popular-dog-names-1#translate "Translate") - Search Boston.gov The Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s Animal Care and Control Division reminds city dog owners that the annual deadline for licensing their pets is March 31, 2026. Plus, check out Boston's top ten dog names and breeds from 2026. All dogs in Boston require a new license each year. This process can be completed online, by mail, or in-person at our upcoming licensing clinics. “Dog licenses are not just required by law, they help ensure that we can quickly return your pup to you should they get lost,” said Alexis Trzcinski, Director of Animal Care and Control. “Please do your part to keep your pet safe and tagged.” Boston’s most popular dog names of 2025 have been revealed as part of this year’s licensing reminder. The top dog name overall and for females was Luna, with 137 registrations with this name. Coming in second, and leading the pack for male dog names is Charlie, with 118 registered pups. At the tail end, the 25th most popular name for dogs was Poppy, with 49 registered. The data also highlights Boston's favorite dog breeds. The Labrador Retriever reigned as the city’s most popular breed, with 1,961 registered, followed by the Golden Retriever (970) and the Miniature Poodle (543). Other top breeds included the Chihuahua (490) and the German Shepherd (480). All dogs over six months old must be licensed annually. Owners are required to provide a copy of their dog’s current rabies certificate and proof of spaying or neutering (if applicable). Licensing fees are \$15 for a neutered or spayed pet and \$30 for an unaltered pet, with fees waived for service animals and residents aged 70 or older. Unlicensed pets are subject to a \$50 fine. For an in-depth guide on dog licensing, including a link to license your dog online, visit Animal Care and Control’s [how-to article](http://www.boston.gov/departments/animal-care-and-control/how-license-your-dog). The City of Boston will also host a series of low cost dog licensing and pet vaccine clinics from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays from March 7 to June 6 at eight BCYF community centers. For details, fees, and locations, please visit [boston.gov/animals](https://www.boston.gov/departments/animal-care-and-control) or call (617) 635-1800. Follow Animal Care and Control on social media for updates and adorable adoptable pets: Instagram [@bostonanimalcontrol](https://instagram.com/bostonanimalcontrol), X [@animalboston](https://twitter.com/animalboston) and Facebook [@bostonanimal](https://facebook.com/bostonanimal). Top ten dog names: 1. Luna (137) 2. Charlie (118) 3. Bella (94) 4. Lucy (89) 5. Daisy (88) 6. Teddy (80) 7. Milo (79) 8. Penny (69) 9. Coco (67) 10. Millie (66) Top ten most popular dog breeds: 1. Labrador Retriever (1,961) 2. Golden Labrador Retriever (970) 3. Miniature Poodle (543) 4. Chihuahua (490) 5. German Shepard (480) 6. Australian Shepherd (398) 7. Yorkshire Terrier (392) 8. Shih Tzu (388) 9. Beagle (338) 10. Cavalier Spaniel and French Bulldog (311) ![Dog licensing clinic flyer 2026](https://www.boston.gov/sites/default/files/img/library/photos/2026/03/2026%20clinic%20flier%20%281%29.jpg) \### [![Back to top](https://www.boston.gov/themes/custom/bos_theme/images/back_top_btn.png)](https://www.boston.gov/news/dog-licensing-reminder-and-bostons-most-popular-dog-names-1#content)
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