Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?

Dogs & animal control — Nanton, Alberta: Animal Control Bylaw No. 1378/23

In the Town of Nanton, Alberta, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control Bylaw No. 1378/23, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: not less than Schedule B/C penalty; not exceeding $10,000.00. A licence is required. Licence fee: $20.00 sterilized; $35.00 unsterilized; $250.00 dangerous dog registration.

Animal Control Bylaw No. 1378/23 adopted bylaw

licence required	yes	s. 6.1
licence fee	$20.00 sterilized; $35.00 unsterilized; $250.00 dangerous dog registration	"Sterilized - $20.00; Unsterilized - $35.00"
leash rule	Animals must not be At Large; restrained or under physical control off Owner's Property.	s. 7.3(b)
max animals	3 Dogs	s. 5.6
fine range	not less than Schedule B/C penalty; not exceeding $10,000.00	s. 16.1

scout note

Governs animal control within the Town of Nanton; supplemented by Chicken Bylaw 1341 and Beekeeping Bylaw 1342.