Dogs & animal control — Kingsville, Ontario

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

In the Town of Kingsville, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Regulation of Dogs By-law 103-2003 (Consolidated), verified 2026-09-25. Fines: not exceeding $500.00 for each offence, exclusive of costs. A licence is required. Leash rule: Owner must keep dog under physical control by leash or other device at all times when off owner's premises.

Regulation of Dogs By-law 103-2003 (Consolidated) adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 2(a)
leash rule Owner must keep dog under physical control by leash or other device at all times when off owner's premises. s. 8(e)
max animals 3 dogs; more than 3 requires a Kennel Licence s. 2(b)
fine range not exceeding $500.00 for each offence, exclusive of costs Part I s. 9
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Town of Kingsville By-law 103-2003, a by-law to provide for the licensing, regulating and registration of dogs and to authorize muzzling; consolidated version including amendments through By-law 122-2018.

Machine-readable: animal-control.json · Official website: http://www.kingsville.ca/ · Last verified 2026-09-25 · Dogs & animal control across Ontario · Dogs & animal control in other municipalities