Dogs & animal control — North Huron, Ontario

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

In the Township of North Huron, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control By-law No. 10-2024, verified 2026-09-25. Fines: $75.00–$500.00. A licence is required. Leash rule: Dogs must be on leash when off owner's land or residence; no dog shall run at large.

Animal Control By-law No. 10-2024 adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 5.1
leash rule Dogs must be on leash when off owner's land or residence; no dog shall run at large. s. 7.1
max animals No more than four (4) dogs per dwelling unit (over 8 weeks of age) without a Kennel licence s. 4.1
fine range $75.00–$500.00 Schedule "A"
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Licenses and regulates dogs and kennels in North Huron, including registration, dog limits, vicious dogs, animals at large, impoundment and care requirements.

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