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

Dogs & animal control — Greater Madawaska, Ontario: Animal Control By-Law 09-2008

In the Township of Greater Madawaska, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control By-Law 09-2008, verified 2026-09-25. Fines: $50.00 to $400.00 (Schedule 'A'); or as provided under section 61 of the Provincial Offences Act. A licence is required. Leash rule: No person shall allow their animal to run at large. At large means off owner's property and not under control of a competent person.

Animal Control By-Law 09-2008 adopted bylaw

licence required	yes	s. 4.0(a)
licence fee	$15.00 per dog, spayed or neutered; $30.00 per dog NOT spayed or neutered (Before March 31); $20.00 per dog, spayed or neutered; $40.00 per dog, NOT spayed or neutered (After March 31)	s. 4.0(a)
leash rule	No person shall allow their animal to run at large. At large means off owner's property and not under control of a competent person.	s. 10.0(a); s. 2.0(b)
max animals	three (3) dogs per location that are not puppies	s. 3.2
fine range	$50.00 to $400.00 (Schedule 'A'); or as provided under section 61 of the Provincial Offences Act	Schedule 'A'; s. 17(a)

scout note

Regulates animal control, dog licensing, kennels, animals at large, nuisance animals, and penalties.