Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Village of Nakusp, British Columbia, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control Bylaw No. 645 (Consolidated January 2020), verified 2026-09-24. Fines: fine not exceeding $500 per offence/day. A licence is required. Leash rule: Dogs must be secured to a leash held by a person able to control the dog while not on owner's property.
Animal Control Bylaw No. 645 (Consolidated January 2020)
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
Part I(a), s. 1: "No person shall own, possess or harbour any Dog within the boundaries of the Village unless a valid and subsisting License and dog tag has been issued"
leash rule
Dogs must be secured to a leash held by a person able to control the dog while not on owner's property.
Part II, s. 1(b)
fine range
fine not exceeding $500 per offence/day
Part VII, s. 1
scout note
Regulates animal control including dog licensing, impoundment, and animal welfare within the Village of Nakusp.