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

Dogs & animal control — Brandon, Manitoba: Animal Control By-law No. 5900/57/91

In the City of Brandon, Manitoba, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control By-law No. 5900/57/91, verified 2026-09-24. Fines: not less than $50.00 first offence; $100.00 subsequent; not exceeding $1,000.00. A licence is required. Leash rule: Dogs off premises must be on leash max 1.8m and under control, except in designated off-leash dog parks.

Animal Control By-law No. 5900/57/91 adopted bylaw

licence required	yes	s. 3(a)
leash rule	Dogs off premises must be on leash max 1.8m and under control, except in designated off-leash dog parks.	s. 5(a)(1), 5(a)(3)
max animals	two (2) dogs and two (2) cats over six months of age	s. 2
fine range	not less than $50.00 first offence; $100.00 subsequent; not exceeding $1,000.00	s. 22(a)

scout note

Continuing consolidation regulating dogs, cats and other animals kept in Brandon: licensing, dangerous-dog declarations, breeder rules, and animal-rescue-organization sterilization criteria. Enforced by the Animal Control Officer of the City Police Service.