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The .dog TLD is a generic top-level domain created for dog enthusiasts, pet-related businesses, shelters, and breeders. It was introduced as part of ICANN's new gTLD program to provide a clear, thematic extension for content and services related to dogs.
Open for public registration; no geographic or economic restrictions
The .dog extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Identity Digital Inc. (on behalf of Koko Mill, LLC). .dog was introduced in 2015. There are currently 18,294 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 3.50 - 57.19. DNSSEC adoption stands at 7.2%.
Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .dog domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| dynadot Cheapest | $3.50 | $53.72 | $53.72 |
| porkbun | $3.60 | $52.01 | $52.01 |
| resellerclub | $57.19 | $65.99 | $57.19 |
Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .dog domain was applied for by Top Level Domain Holdings Ltd. and won in a private auction in November 2014. It was delegated to Koko Mill, LLC on April 29, 2015, and reached general availability on August 19, 2015. The registry was later transitioned to Identity Digital Inc. in 2018.
The .dog TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .dog TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
18,294
7.2%
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .dog |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 18,294 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 7.2% |
| Registration Price | USD 3.50 - 57.19 |
| Renewal Price | USD 52.01 - 65.99 |
| Registry Operator | Identity Digital Inc. (on behalf of Koko Mill, LLC) |
| Introduced | 2015-04-29 |
| Restrictions | Open for public registration; no geographic or economic restrictions |
Registration density analysis for .dog domains by character length. Currently 15,161 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
15.2K
Peak Saturation
>99.9%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
8.0%
Top Provider
GoDaddy
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 29 | >99.9% | |
| 2 chars | 240 | 35.5% | |
| 3 chars | 1,490 | 8.5% | |
| 4 chars | 2,128 | 0.47% | |
| 5 chars | 2,190 | 0.02% | |
| 6 chars | 2,116 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 1,788 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 1,512 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 1,220 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 1,068 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 777 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 603 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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The .dog TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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