Dogs & animal control — North Battleford, Saskatchewan

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

In the City of North Battleford, Saskatchewan, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Protection Bylaw No. 1888 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: Ticket penalties $100–$300; summary conviction up to $2,000 (individual) or $5,000 (corporation). A licence is required. Licence fee: $60.00 unsterilized; $20.00 sterilized; $1,250.00 dangerous dog; kennel (purebred CKC) $25.00.

Animal Protection Bylaw No. 1888 adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 4(b)
licence fee $60.00 unsterilized; $20.00 sterilized; $1,250.00 dangerous dog; kennel (purebred CKC) $25.00 Schedule "A"; s. 5(a)
leash rule Animals must not be at large; off premises must be on leash/chain not exceeding 1.5 metres. s. 3(d); s. 9(a)
max animals Maximum of five (5) animals per home; more requires Council approval s. 4(j)
fine range Ticket penalties $100–$300; summary conviction up to $2,000 (individual) or $5,000 (corporation) Schedule "D"; s. 33(a)(i) and (ii)
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City of North Battleford Bylaw No. 1888 for licensing and regulation of animals.

Dangerous Dogs Bylaw No. 1698 adopted bylaw
leash rule owner shall muzzle and leash dog removed from enclosure, keep under direct control and supervision s. 7(1)(b)
fine range not more than $10,000; imprisonment not more than six months s. 15(4)(a) and (b)
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City of North Battleford Bylaw No. 1698, the Dangerous Dogs Bylaw.

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