Dogs & animal control — Osoyoos, British Columbia

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

In the Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control Bylaw No. 1316, 2016 (Consolidated), verified 2026-09-27. Fines: $2,000.00. A licence is required. Licence fee: $60.00 unaltered; $30.00 spayed/neutered.

Animal Control Bylaw No. 1316, 2016 (Consolidated) adopted bylaw
licence required yes s.16(1)
licence fee $60.00 unaltered; $30.00 spayed/neutered Schedule C (as amended by Amendment Bylaw 1316.02, 2021)
leash rule must be on leash in public; off-leash permitted in designated Dog Park or Swim Area during designated times s.17(1), s.17(2)
max animals 2 dogs, 2 cats over 6 months per household s.4(1)(a)(b)
fine range $2,000.00 s.46(1)
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Regulates the licensing, control, and impoundment of animals in the Town of Osoyoos.

Machine-readable: animal-control.json · Official website: https://www.osoyoos.ca/ · Last verified 2026-09-27 · Dogs & animal control across British Columbia · Dogs & animal control in other municipalities