Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Township of Howick, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Canine Control By-law, verified 2026-09-21. A licence is required. Leash rule: Dogs shall not run at large (off premises and not under control of any person). Max animals: three (3).
| licence required | yes | 3.1 |
| leash rule | Dogs shall not run at large (off premises and not under control of any person). | 5.1; 1.1 |
| max animals | three (3) | 2.2 |
Official canine-control by-law PDF regulating dogs and related licensing/control matters.