Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Fort Frances, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control By-Law 50-17 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-25. Fines: not more than $5,000. A licence is required. Leash rule: No dog or cat shall be at large; off premises must be under effective control of responsible person.
| licence required | yes | s. 3.2.1 |
| leash rule | No dog or cat shall be at large; off premises must be under effective control of responsible person. | s. 4.3.1; s. 4.3.4 |
| max animals | There is no limit to the number of dogs and cats | s. 4.2 |
| fine range | not more than $5,000 | s. 11.1 |
Regulates animal control, licensing, animals at large, and related rules in Fort Frances.
Official Fort Frances animal-control page describing By-Law 06/09 prohibiting feeding wildlife within Town limits.