Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Municipality of West Grey, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Dog Licensing Bylaw No. 87-2009, verified 2026-09-21. Fines: $55.00 set fine for each listed offence. A licence is required. Leash rule: No dog shall run at large; must be under control of a person 16+ when off owner's premises.
Dog Licensing Bylaw No. 87-2009
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 2(a)
leash rule
No dog shall run at large; must be under control of a person 16+ when off owner's premises.
s. 4(a); s. 1(o)
fine range
$55.00 set fine for each listed offence
Schedule "A"
scout note
West Grey By-law 87-2009 for licensing of dogs, regulating dogs running at large and kennels. Read a third time and finally passed 21 December 2009.