Animal Control By-law - Chapter 206
Chapter number: 206
Original enabling by-law number: 20-83
Description: Regulates the keeping, control and licensing of dogs and other animals, including limits on animals per property, leash and at‑large rules, dangerous dog requirements, prohibited animals, impoundment, and permits for specific animals such as chickens and pigeons.
Date passed: 1983 (original By-law 20-83)
Last updated: March 24, 2026
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