Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Village of Stirling, Alberta, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Bylaw No. 471 and 2 other bylaws, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: $250.00 first offense; $500.00 subsequent offense. A licence is required. Licence fee: Altered: $20.00/$30.00; Unaltered: $40.00/$50.00; Vicious: $250.00/$500.00; Tag: $10.00.
| max animals | maximum of two (2) livestock per acre; maximum not to exceed 10 livestock; 25 poultry per acre; 8 poultry (<1 acre) | s. 4(g); s. 4(h) |
| fine range | $250.00 first offense; $500.00 subsequent offense | Appendix C |
General animal control bylaw governing keeping and regulation of animals in Stirling.
| licence required | yes | s. 3.2 |
| licence fee | Altered: $20.00/$30.00; Unaltered: $40.00/$50.00; Vicious: $250.00/$500.00; Tag: $10.00 | Schedule "A" FEES |
| leash rule | No Owner shall allow Dog to be Running At Large (off premises without leash, confinement, or immediate control). | s. 3.4; s. 2.21 |
| max animals | three (3) | s. 5.1 |
| fine range | $200.00 to $1,000.00 minimum; double/triple for repeat offences | Schedule "B"; s. 9.1; s. 10.7 |
Regulates dog ownership, licensing, leashing, and control within the Village of Stirling.
| leash rule | Ensure that the cat is not running at large | s. 3(a) |
| fine range | $100; $150; $200; $250; $300; $400; $500; $1000; $2000 | Schedule "B" |
Regulates responsible cat ownership, licensing, and control in the Village of Stirling.