Dogs & animal control — Souris, Prince Edward Island

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

Town of Souris has 1 adopted bylaw on file, verified against the original document on 2026-06-03.

Companion Animal Control By-law 2004-05 adopted bylaw
licence required True s. 8.1(a)
leash rule Owner shall ensure dog is on a leash at all times when off the owner's property; no dog at large s. 5.1(b); s. 5.1(a)(ix)
max animals no more than three (3) dogs over 3 months old per premises without a kennel licence (or veterinary clinic) s. 6.4
fine range up to $1,500 on summary conviction; specified penalties per Appendix C (e.g. running at large $100; unlicensed companion animal $250; biting a person $350/person) s. 23.1(a); Appendix C
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Town of Souris bylaw regulating dogs and companion animals: licensing, leashing, at-large control, and impoundment within town limits. Read second/final time June 29, 2004.

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