Animal Services

 Licencing Requirements and By-Law 

As a responsible dog owner, the following provisions must be adhere to:

• A dog licence must be obtained within fourteen (14) days upon guardianship of a dog
• Every owner must ensure the dog is up to date on anti-rabies vaccine
• A dog tag must be securely attached to dog (collar) at all times and bear the serial number and year it was issued (until the tag needs replaced)
• If a dog tag becomes lost or destroyed, the owner is responsible to replace the tag at their own expense
• No person shall retain, harbour or have possession of more than 3 dogs on a single detached dwelling with the exceptions for licenced kennels, properties zoned as Agricultural or an approved business and/or veterinary offices.

If you would like a copy of the By-law 20/2020, please call 905-885-4544 or send us an email.