Dogs & animal control — Williams Lake, British Columbia

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

In the City of Williams Lake, British Columbia, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control Bylaw No. 2102, 2009, verified 2026-08-28. A licence is required. Licence fee: $10.00 spayed/neutered; $20.00 unspayed; $200.00 aggressive. Leash rule: No dog shall be at large; in public place must be kept on a leash under immediate care and control of competent person.

Animal Control Bylaw No. 2102, 2009 adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 3
licence fee $10.00 spayed/neutered; $20.00 unspayed; $200.00 aggressive Schedule "A"
leash rule No dog shall be at large; in public place must be kept on a leash under immediate care and control of competent person. s. 18(b)-(c)
max animals 2 dogs over 4 months per parcel s. 17
scout note

Requires dog licensing, prohibits dogs running at large or off-leash outside designated areas, sets rules for aggressive/dangerous dogs, and authorizes impoundment for violations.

Machine-readable: animal-control.json · Official website: https://williamslake.ca/ · Last verified 2026-08-28 · Dogs & animal control across British Columbia · Dogs & animal control in other municipalities