Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Village of Pouce Coupe, British Columbia, dogs & animal control rules are set by Bylaw 1005 - Animal Control and Licensing and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-24. Fines: $100.00–$1,200.00; maximum $10,000.00 on summary conviction. A licence is required. Leash rule: All dogs must be on a leash when not on the property of the owner.
| licence required | yes | s. 4(1) |
| leash rule | All dogs must be on a leash when not on the property of the owner | s. 3 (definition of "At Large", subsection iii) |
| max animals | No more than 2 dogs or 4 cats per residence without kennel licence | s. 6(7) |
| fine range | $100.00–$1,200.00; maximum $10,000.00 on summary conviction | Schedule "B"; s. 19(3) |
Regulates animal control and licensing within the Village of Pouce Coupe.
| licence required | yes | s. 5(a) "No person will keep any hens within the boundaries of the Village unless that person...holds a valid license under this bylaw" |
| leash rule | No hens shall roam free throughout the Village | s. 6(j) "No hens shall roam free throughout the Village" |
| max animals | No more than four (4) hens per parcel of land | s. 6(b) "Keep no more than four (4) hens per parcel of land" |
| fine range | at least $100 and not more than $10,000 | s. 12 "fine of at least $100 and not more than $10,000" |
Regulates the keeping of hens within the Village of Pouce Coupe.