Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, dogs & animal control rules are set by Dog By-law No. 938 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: not exceeding $500.00. A licence is required. Licence fee: $10 neutered male/spayed bitch; $25 unneutered male/unspayed bitch; kennel $10.
No dog shall run at large; running at large = not on owner's premises and not under immediate, continuous and effective control
s. 6; s. 2(h)
fine range
not exceeding $500.00
s. 16
scout note
Regulates dogs in the Town of Lunenburg; covers licensing, leashing, and dogs running at large. Consolidated text with amendments to the original Dog By-law.
Domestic and Wild Animals and Exotic Pets By-law No. 939
adopted bylaw
leash rule
No person shall permit a domestic or wild animal to be at large; at large = not under physical restraint/control via enclosure or secure tether
no person... shall cause... the domestic or wild animal to be at large
fine range
$100.00-$10,000.00
s. 11
scout note
Extends animal control rules beyond dogs to domestic animals, wild animals, and exotic pets within the town.