Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Village of Barnwell, Alberta, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Regulations Bylaw (Bylaw 03-20) and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: not more than two thousand five hundred ($2500.00) dollars; Schedule B $50.00 to $500. A licence is required. Leash rule: Livestock and other animals must be enclosed or caged and not permitted to be at large, off the owner's property.
| leash rule | Livestock and other animals must be enclosed or caged and not permitted to be at large, off the owner's property. | s. 3.1.B; s. 3.4 |
| fine range | not more than two thousand five hundred ($2500.00) dollars; Schedule B $50.00 to $500 | s. 5.1; Schedule B |
Regulates keeping and control of animals (other than dogs) within the Village of Barnwell.
| licence required | yes | s. 3.2 |
| leash rule | Dogs must not run at large; off premises requires restraining device or immediate effective control. | s. 2.23; s. 3.7(f) |
| max animals | two (2) | s. 5.1 |
| fine range | $50.00 to $2,000.00 | Minimum Penalties table; Schedule "B" |
Current consolidated dog control bylaw for the Village of Barnwell, regulating ownership, licensing, and control of dogs.