Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Parish of Saint-Hilaire-de-Dorset, Quebec, dogs & animal control rules are set by Règlement concernant les animaux - Municipalité de Saint-Hilaire-de-Dorset, verified 2026-06-13. Fines: $125 (individual) / $250 (other) for general infractions; up to $1,000–$10,000 (individual) / $2,000–$20,000 (other) for most serious violations. A licence is required. Leash rule: Dogs in public must be on a leash of maximum 1.85 metres; exception for dog parks.
| licence required | yes | s. 7.1 |
| leash rule | Dogs in public must be on a leash of maximum 1.85 metres; exception for dog parks | s. 17.5 |
| fine range | $125 (individual) / $250 (other) for general infractions; up to $1,000–$10,000 (individual) / $2,000–$20,000 (other) for most serious violations | s. 41.1, 41.4 |
Règlement municipal régissant la garde des animaux: interdiction d'animaux de ferme/abeilles hors zones permises, mauvais traitements, exigences pour chenils et conditions de garde.