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

Dogs & animal control — 100 Mile House, British Columbia: Animal Control and Pound Operations Bylaw No. 1131

In the District Municipality of 100 Mile House, British Columbia, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control and Pound Operations Bylaw No. 1131, verified 2026-09-24. Fines: not more than $2,000, plus costs of prosecution. A licence is required. Leash rule: Dog must be on leash not exceeding 3 metres (9.8 feet) by a competent person on public property.

Animal Control and Pound Operations Bylaw No. 1131 adopted bylaw

licence required	yes	s. 2.1
licence fee	$30.00 neutered male or spayed female; $50.00 intact male or female; $20.00/$35.00 if dog under 4 months or moved in after June 30; free if applied by February 28	s. 2.4(a)(b)(c)(d)(i); s. 2.5(a)(b)(c)
leash rule	Dog must be on leash not exceeding 3 metres (9.8 feet) by a competent person on public property	s. 4.4
max animals	3 dogs; 3 cats (without kennel licence)	s. 3.1; s. 12.1
fine range	not more than $2,000, plus costs of prosecution	s. 13.1

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Regulates animal control and pound operations within the District of 100 Mile House; covers licensing, impoundment, and care of animals.