Dogs & animal control — South Huron, Ontario

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

In the Municipality of South Huron, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control By-law 21-2018, Office Consolidation, verified 2026-09-25. Fines: $100.00–$300.00. A licence is required. Licence fee: as set out in the Fees and Charges By-Law; as set by Council from time to time.

Animal Control By-law 21-2018, Office Consolidation adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 2.1
licence fee as set out in the Fees and Charges By-Law; as set by Council from time to time s. 2.6
leash rule Every owner shall ensure that his or her dog or cat does not run at large within the Municipality of South Huron. s. 6.1
max animals Maximum four (4) cats and dogs total, with a maximum of two (2) dogs, per dwelling unit s. 4.1
fine range $100.00–$300.00 Set Fine column, items 1–27 (Short Form Wording table)
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Regulates control, licensing, registration, and keeping of domestic animals in South Huron.

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