Dogs & animal control — Kamloops, British Columbia
Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the City of Kamloops, British Columbia, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control Bylaw No. 34-11 and 2 other bylaws, verified 2026-08-28. Fines: not less than $25.00 or more than $2,000.00. A licence is required. Leash rule: not being under the control of the owner... either by being securely leashed, tethered or penned.
Animal Control Bylaw No. 34-11
adopted bylaw
leash rule
not being under the control of the owner... either by being securely leashed, tethered or penned
s. 1.1
max animals
Cats: two; Wild Animals: two; Pigeons: 30 head; Farm Animals: two per 0.4047 ha; Hens: five (5)
s. 5.2; s. 8.2.3; s. 11.1; s. 3.2; s. 9.1.1
fine range
not less than $25.00 or more than $2,000.00
s. 21.1
scout note
Consolidated bylaw regulating licensing and control of animals (dogs, cats, farm animals, urban hens, beekeeping) within city limits; general animal-keeping and impoundment rules.
Dog Responsibility and Control Bylaw No. 34-42, 2011
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 401(a)
leash rule
No owner will allow dog to run at large. On highways or parks, dog must be leashed and held by responsible and competent person.
s. 701; s. 201 'RUNNING AT LARGE'
max animals
two dogs over the age of six months
s. 501(a)
fine range
not less than One Hundred Dollars ($100) and not more than Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000)
s. 1602(c)
scout note
Dog-specific licensing, leash, and control requirements for the City of Kamloops, consolidated with amendments.
Wild or Exotic Animal Prohibition Bylaw No. 34-37
adopted bylaw
fine range
not more than $10,000 and not less than $200
s. 602(b)
scout note
Prohibits keeping wild or exotic animals within the City of Kamloops.