Dogs & animal control — Selkirk, Manitoba

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

In the City of Selkirk, Manitoba, dogs & animal control rules are set by Responsible Pet Owner By-law No. 5358, verified 2026-08-28. A licence is required. Leash rule: Dog must be kept on a leash except on Owner's property, consented property, or Off-Leash Area; must not Run at Large. Max animals: four (4) Companion Animals over the age of four (4) months, only two (2) of which may be dogs.

Responsible Pet Owner By-law No. 5358 adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 6.1
leash rule Dog must be kept on a leash except on Owner's property, consented property, or Off-Leash Area; must not Run at Large. s. 4.1.3; s. 4.1.1
max animals four (4) Companion Animals over the age of four (4) months, only two (2) of which may be dogs s. 8.1
scout note

Requires dog licensing, sets a designated off-leash area, caps the maximum number of dogs/cats per household, regulates cat ownership, dangerous/aggressor animals, prohibited animals & livestock, and impoundment at the Animal Retention Centre.

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