Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Newmarket, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control By-law 2020-30, verified 2026-09-25. A licence is required. Leash rule: No person keeping a Dog shall allow the Dog to be At Large unless confined to a leash-free Park or zone. Max animals: No more than 3 Dogs or 4 Cats per person/dwelling unit.
Animal Control By-law 2020-30
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 12(1)
leash rule
No person keeping a Dog shall allow the Dog to be At Large unless confined to a leash-free Park or zone.
s. 13(1)
max animals
No more than 3 Dogs or 4 Cats per person/dwelling unit
s. 4(3)
scout note
Regulates animal control and responsible pet ownership in Newmarket, including animal licensing, dangerous dogs, animals at large and nuisance animal noise.