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

Dogs & animal control — Brant, Ontario: Animal Control and Dog Licensing By-law 174-10

In the City of Brant, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control and Dog Licensing By-law 174-10, verified 2026-09-25. Fines: not more than $ 100,000; not more than $ 10,000 for each day. A licence is required. Leash rule: No person shall permit a dog to run at large; physically restrained on leash <= 3m or confined.

Animal Control and Dog Licensing By-law 174-10 adopted bylaw

licence required	yes	s. 3.8
leash rule	No person shall permit a dog to run at large; physically restrained on leash <= 3m or confined.	s. 3.5; Definition 'physically restrained by any person'
max animals	3 dogs at any premises; 3 cats; 3 of any one species of household pet	s. 3.1(a); s. 3.19(a); s. 3.20(a)
fine range	not more than $ 100,000; not more than $ 10,000 for each day	s. 9.1; s. 9.2

scout note

Office consolidation providing for the licensing and regulation of animals in the County of Brant, including dog licensing, running at large, kennels, and impoundment.