Animal Services
Pets are valued members of the family. In order to keep your pets safe, the Municipality of Port Hope promotes responsible pet ownership through a variety of animal services. We issue the following licences and services:


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Animal Services & Dog Licences

Learn about what dog licences you need for dogs within the Municipality of Port Hope
As of May 2022, care and enforcement of animal services within the Municipality of Port Hope is provided by the Northumberland Humane Society.
To avoid a $100 fine, please be sure to get a dog licence.
Licencing Requirements and By-Law |
As a responsible dog owner, the following provisions must be adhere to:
If you would like a copy of the By-law 20/2020, please call 905-885-4544 or send us an email. |
Pest Control and Wildlife
The Northumberland Humane Society does not handle urban wildlife calls such as skunks, raccoons, and bats. Residents are urged to contact a local pest control company who may or may not operate on a fee for service basis. Coyotes have been sighted in the urban area of the Municipality of Port Hope, for more information, visit Ministry of Natural Resources.
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Wildlife Rescue
For information regarding wildlife rescue in the area, visit these local resources: