{ "topic": "animal-control", "label": "Dogs & animal control", "question": "Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?", "jurisdiction": "British Columbia", "country": "CA", "source": "https://govanswers.org/ca/bc/animal-control/", "municipalities": [ { "municipality_id": "gx-000001", "name": "100 Mile House", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/100-mile-house/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/100-mile-house/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/100-mile-house/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Pound Operations Bylaw No. 1131", "document_number": "1131", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/100-mile-house/animal-control/bylaw-1131/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of 100 Mile House, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $30.00 neutered male or spayed female; $50.00 intact male or female; $20.00/$35.00 if dog under 4 months or moved in after June 30; free if applied by February 28; leash rule: Dog must be on leash not exceeding 3 metres (9.8 feet) by a competent person on public property; max animals: 3 dogs; 3 cats (without kennel licence). Source: Animal Control and Pound Operations Bylaw No. 1131, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000002", "name": "Abbotsford", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/abbotsford/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/abbotsford/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/abbotsford/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Kennel Regulation Bylaw, 1996 (No. 267-96)", "document_number": "267-96", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/abbotsford/animal-control/regulations-267-96/", "answer": "The City of Abbotsford, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Kennel Regulation Bylaw, 1996 (No. 267-96), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000003", "name": "Alert Bay", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/alert-bay/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/alert-bay/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/alert-bay/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Regulations", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/alert-bay/animal-control/regulations/", "answer": "In the Village of Alert Bay, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: No dog permitted at large on any street, lane, highway, boulevard, park, trailer park or public place.; max animals: 3 dogs; more requires kennel licence. Source: Regulations, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000005", "name": "Armstrong", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/armstrong/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/armstrong/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/armstrong/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Dog Care and Control Bylaw No. 1873, 2021 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "1873", "adopted_date": "2021-03-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/armstrong/animal-control/bylaw-1873/", "answer": "In the City of Armstrong, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be on a leash max 2 meters when in a public place other than an off-leash area.; max animals: No more than 2 dogs per residential dwelling unit.; fines: Not more than $2,000 or imprisonment not exceeding sixty days or both.. Source: Dog Care and Control Bylaw No. 1873, 2021 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000006", "name": "Ashcroft", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/ashcroft/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/ashcroft/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/ashcroft/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Dog Control and Pound Operation Bylaw No. 832", "document_number": "832", "adopted_date": "2019-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/ashcroft/animal-control/bylaw-832/", "answer": "In the Village of Ashcroft, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: per Schedule G of Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 833, 2019; leash rule: dogs must be on leash no more than 2.0 metres when off owner's property, held by a competent person; max animals: no more than 2 dogs over 3 months in a residentially zoned area without kennel licence. Source: Dog Control and Pound Operation Bylaw No. 832, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000008", "name": "Belcarra", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/belcarra/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/belcarra/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/belcarra/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 431", "document_number": "431", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/belcarra/animal-control/bylaw-431/", "answer": "In the Village of Belcarra, British Columbia, leash rule: Dog not on owner's premises must be under care and control of owner and secured on a leash.; max animals: 3 dogs over four months of age per parcel; fines: not less than $2,500 and not exceeding $10,000; fines: up to $500.00. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 431; Wildlife & Vector Control (Bear) Bylaw No. 535, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000009", "name": "Bowen Island", "type": "Island Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/bowen-island/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/bowen-island/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/bowen-island/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Dog Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/bowen-island/animal-control/dog-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Island Municipality of Bowen Island, British Columbia, leash rule: No running at large. Control on public property. Leash in Schedule A. Dangerous dogs leash not longer than two metres off property.; fines: $25.00; $50.00; $100.00; $150.00; $200.00; $250.00; $500.00. Source: Dog Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000012", "name": "Cache Creek", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/cache-creek/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/cache-creek/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/cache-creek/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 671", "document_number": "671", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The Village of Cache Creek, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Control Bylaw No. 671, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000013", "name": "Campbell River", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/campbell-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/campbell-river/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/campbell-river/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "3520 Animal Control Bylaw 2013 Consolidated To 3992", "document_number": "2013", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/campbell-river/animal-control/bylaw-2013/", "answer": "In the City of Campbell River, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: Unneutered male dog $40.00; Neutered male dog $20.00 (vet certificate required); Unspayed female dog $40.00; Spayed female dog $20.00 (vet certificate required); Guide/Service/RCMP/Search and Rescue Dog no fee; Replacement licence tag $10.00; Hen Owner one-time licence $10.00; leash rule: no owner shall permit any Dog to be in a Public Place unless the dog is accompanied by a competent person and led on a leash or chain not exceeding 1.83 metres (6 feet), or the dog is in a designated Off-Leash Area during specified times; Vicious/Dangerous Dogs must be effectively muzzled or caged whenever released from enclosure; max animals: no more than six (6) Hens per property (urban hen licence required); no Livestock except on property zoned for such use. Source: 3520 Animal Control Bylaw 2013 Consolidated To 3992, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000014", "name": "Canal Flats", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/canal-flats/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/canal-flats/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/canal-flats/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Village of Canal Flats Dog Control Bylaw No. 225, 2019", "document_number": "225", "adopted_date": "2019-10-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/canal-flats/animal-control/bylaw-225/", "answer": "In the Village of Canal Flats, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must not run at large except in off-leash areas; vicious dogs must be on leash and muzzled when off owner's property.; max animals: 3 dogs (4 or more requires kennel licence); fines: not less than $100.00 and not more than $2,000.00 for each offence. Source: Village of Canal Flats Dog Control Bylaw No. 225, 2019, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000015", "name": "Castlegar", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/castlegar/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/castlegar/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/castlegar/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Licencing", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/castlegar/animal-control/animal-control-and-licencing/", "answer": "In the City of Castlegar, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $25.00/year neutered male or spayed female; $75.00/year intact male or female; $100.00/year aggressive dog; $200.00/year vicious dog; $500.00/year dangerous dog; guide/RCMP/service dogs exempt; leash rule: Dogs must be on leash and under control of a competent person in public places; leash max 183 cm.; max animals: No more than 3 dogs and/or 3 cats over 12 weeks of age per property without a kennel licence. Source: Animal Control and Licencing, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000016", "name": "Central Saanich", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/central-saanich/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/central-saanich/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/central-saanich/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw - 2097", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/central-saanich/animal-control/animal-control-bylaw-2097/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Central Saanich, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: As set out in Fees and Charges Bylaw (amount not stated in this bylaw); fee waived in year dog is neutered/spayed if certificate provided; leash rule: Animals must be confined on a leash or chain or under control of a competent person in highways, public places, public beaches and public buildings; max animals: No more than 4 dogs over 4 months on any parcel; no more than 4 cats over 4 months on any parcel (unless parcel >2 hectares); kennel = more than 4 dogs. Source: Animal Control Bylaw - 2097, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000017", "name": "Chase", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/chase/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/chase/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/chase/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Village of Chase Dog Control and Impounding Bylaw No. 729-2010", "document_number": "729-2010", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/chase/animal-control/bylaw-729-2010/", "answer": "The Village of Chase, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Village of Chase Dog Control and Impounding Bylaw No. 729-2010, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000018", "name": "Chetwynd", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/chetwynd/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/chetwynd/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/chetwynd/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw 1158, 2023", "document_number": "1158", "adopted_date": "2023-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/chetwynd/animal-control/bylaw-1158/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Chetwynd, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $18.00 sterilized; $42.00 intact; $18.00 under sterilization age; Advance $16.50/$37.50/$16.50; Replacement $6.00; leash rule: Dogs must not be At Large; must be on Leash and under immediate control of competent person in public place.; max animals: 6 cats and dogs combined; max 3 dogs over 12 weeks. Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw 1158, 2023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000019", "name": "Chilliwack", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/chilliwack/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/chilliwack/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/chilliwack/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Wild or Exotic Animal Performance Bylaw-2653 (C)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/chilliwack/animal-control/wild-or-exotic-animal-performance-bylaw-2653/", "answer": "In the City of Chilliwack, British Columbia, fines: not less than $500.00 and not more than $10,000.00. Source: Wild or Exotic Animal Performance Bylaw-2653 (C), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000020", "name": "Clearwater", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/clearwater/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/clearwater/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/clearwater/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 148, 2016", "document_number": "148", "adopted_date": "2016-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/clearwater/animal-control/bylaw-148/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Clearwater, British Columbia, leash required: True; barking prohibited: True; fine max: 10000. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 148, 2016, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000023", "name": "Colwood", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/colwood/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/colwood/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/colwood/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw - Consolidated", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/colwood/animal-control/animal-control-bylaw-consolidated/", "answer": "In the City of Colwood, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: Sterilized dog: $40.00 (before Dec 31 prior year $35.00); Unsterilized dog: $60.00; Dangerous Dog: $100.00; Aggressive Dog: $75.00. After March 1st add late fee: sterilized +$20, unsterilized +$10, dangerous +$20, aggressive +$20. Newly sterilized (within 12 months): $0.; leash rule: Dogs must not be At Large; must be on leash in designated areas including sanctuary, recreation lands, and within 10m of playground equipment.; max animals: No more than 3 dogs or cats, or any combination not exceeding 3, per dwelling unit (i.e. fewer than 4); keeping 4 or more requires kennel permission.. Source: Animal Control Bylaw - Consolidated, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000024", "name": "Comox", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/comox/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/comox/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/comox/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Beekeeping Bylaw No. 872", "document_number": "872", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/comox/animal-control/bylaw-872/", "answer": "The Town of Comox, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Beekeeping Bylaw No. 872; Dog Licence and Pound Bylaw No. 1322, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000025", "name": "Coquitlam", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/coquitlam/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/coquitlam/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/coquitlam/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Care and Control Bylaw Number 4240, 2011", "document_number": "4240", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/coquitlam/animal-control/bylaw-4240/", "answer": "In the City of Coquitlam, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Animals must not be at large except in areas designated by posted notice as off leash areas.; max animals: 3 animals in any dwelling unit; fines: not exceeding $10,000.00. Source: Animal Care and Control Bylaw Number 4240, 2011; Wild or Exotic Animal Prohibition Bylaw Number 3838, 2009, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000026", "name": "Courtenay", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/courtenay/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/courtenay/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/courtenay/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/courtenay/animal-control/animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Courtenay, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $25.00 unneutered male/female; $5.00 neutered male/spayed female; $2.00 replacement tag; $1.00 replacement for new resident with valid out-of-town licence; half annual fee if unlicenced dog brought in on/after August 1st with proof of licence purchased elsewhere; leash rule: Dog on highway, park or public place must be led on leash/chain not exceeding 1.83 metres (6 feet).; max animals: No more than three dogs over the age of six months on any parcel at one time.. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000027", "name": "Cranbrook", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/cranbrook/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/cranbrook/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/cranbrook/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 3845, 2016 (Consolidated to Feb 27, 2023)", "document_number": "3845", "adopted_date": "2016-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/cranbrook/animal-control/bylaw-3845/", "answer": "In the City of Cranbrook, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $60.00 non-sterilized dog; $30.00 sterilized dog; $225.00 vicious dog; leash rule: Dogs must not run at large; off-leash only permitted in designated off-leash parks; max animals: No more than 6 pets per dwelling unit, including no more than 3 dogs and no more than 3 cats. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 3845, 2016 (Consolidated to Feb 27, 2023), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000028", "name": "Creston", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/creston/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/creston/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/creston/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Care and Responsibility Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/creston/animal-control/animal-care-and-responsibility-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Town of Creston, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $121.00 unneutered/unspayed before March 31; $25.00 neutered/spayed before March 31; $127.00 unneutered/unspayed after March 31; $29.00 neutered/spayed after March 31; leash rule: in public must be on leash, chain, or tether not exceeding 183 centimetres; off-leash at designated Creston off-leash dog park permitted; max animals: 4 companion animals (dogs, cats, potbellied pigs). Source: Animal Care and Responsibility Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000031", "name": "Dawson Creek", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/dawson-creek/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/dawson-creek/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/dawson-creek/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 4420, 2019 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "4420", "adopted_date": "2019-08-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/dawson-creek/animal-control/bylaw-4420/", "answer": "The City of Dawson Creek, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 4420, 2019 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000032", "name": "Delta", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/delta/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/delta/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/delta/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/delta/animal-control/animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Delta, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs off owner's premises must not be at large; must be on leash and controlled by competent person.; fines: not more than $2,000.00 or imprisonment for not more than six months, or both. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000033", "name": "Duncan", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/duncan/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/duncan/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/duncan/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019", "document_number": "3197", "adopted_date": "2019-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/duncan/animal-control/bylaw-3197/", "answer": "In the City of Duncan, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dog in public place must be firmly held on a Leash or otherwise securely contained, under care of a Competent Person.; max animals: Not more than 3 Dogs over the age of 8 weeks (and not more than 6 Companion Animals total) per Property; fines: not more than $10,000, plus the costs of prosecution. Source: Animal Care and Control Bylaw No. 3197, 2019, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000034", "name": "Elkford", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/elkford/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/elkford/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/elkford/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 848, 2021", "document_number": "848", "adopted_date": "2021-11-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/elkford/animal-control/bylaw-848/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Elkford, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be on a leash in public places; aggressive dogs secured by leash max 1.8 metres; max animals: No more than three dogs per parcel without a kennel licence; fines: $100–$1,000 per offence (municipal ticket); $500–$10,000 per offence (prosecution). Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 848, 2021, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000035", "name": "Enderby", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/enderby/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/enderby/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/enderby/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw No. 1735 – Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": "1735", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/enderby/animal-control/bylaw-1735/", "answer": "In the City of Enderby, British Columbia, fines: not to exceed $10,000, and a jail term of not more than 6 months; fines: not to exceed $10,000, and a jail term of not more than 6 months. Source: Bylaw No. 1735 – Animal Control Bylaw; Bylaw No. 1754 – Wildlife Attractant Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000037", "name": "Fernie", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/fernie/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/fernie/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/fernie/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 2436, 2021", "document_number": "2436", "adopted_date": "2021-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/fernie/animal-control/bylaw-2436/", "answer": "In the City of Fernie, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $15.00 neutered/spayed dog; $35.00 unneutered/unspayed dog; leash rule: must be on leash on sidewalk, highway, boulevard, school ground, playground, park, or other Public Place; max animals: three (3) Dogs. Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 2436, 2021, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000038", "name": "Fort St. James", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/fort-st-james/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/fort-st-james/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/fort-st-james/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Regulation Bylaw No. 1081 2025 [Consolidated]", "document_number": "1081", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/fort-st-james/animal-control/regulations-1081/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Fort St. James, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $15.00 neutered male/spayed female; $25.00 un-neutered male/unspayed female; $0.00 assistance dog; $50.00 kennel licence; $10.00 late penalty; leash rule: Dogs on any street or public place must be on a leash at all times, except in designated off-leash areas.; max animals: Max 3 dogs in single-family dwelling/duplex without kennel licence; max 2 dogs in apartment unit; max 5 household pets in single-family/duplex, max 3 in apartment unit. Source: Animal Regulation Bylaw No. 1081 2025 [Consolidated], verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000039", "name": "Fort St. John", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/fort-st-john/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/fort-st-john/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/fort-st-john/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/fort-st-john/animal-control/animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Fort St. John, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $20.00 standard; $100.00 Biting or Aggressive Dog; $5.00 replacement tag; No Fee for Service Dog or exempt Dog; leash rule: Owner shall keep Dog leashed when in a public place unless designated an off-leash area; max animals: No more than three Dogs on a parcel or within a dwelling. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000041", "name": "Fruitvale", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/fruitvale/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/fruitvale/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/fruitvale/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 984", "document_number": "984", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/fruitvale/animal-control/bylaw-984/", "answer": "In the Village of Fruitvale, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be on a leash (max 6 ft/1.83 m) held by a Competent Person in public; off-leash permitted in designated areas.; max animals: 3 Companion Dogs (s.12); 6 total Companion Animals combined dogs/cats/rabbits/other (s.2); kennel licence required for 4+ dogs. Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 984, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000042", "name": "Gibsons", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/gibsons/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/gibsons/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/gibsons/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Wildlife Bylaw 1294", "document_number": "1294", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/gibsons/animal-control/bylaw-1294/", "answer": "The Town of Gibsons, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Wildlife Bylaw 1294, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000043", "name": "Gold River", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/gold-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/gold-river/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/gold-river/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw No 736, 2022 Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": "736", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/gold-river/animal-control/bylaw-736/", "answer": "In the Village of Gold River, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Every Owner shall ensure dog is not At Large; keep Dog Leashed in public place unless designated off-leash area.; max animals: three (3) dogs over the age of three (3) months; fines: not more than $2,500 and not less than $100.00; not more than $10,000 and not less than $300.00. Source: Bylaw No 736, 2022 Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000044", "name": "Golden", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/golden/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/golden/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/golden/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Responsible Pet Ownership & Animal Control Bylaw No. 1510, 2026", "document_number": "1510", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/golden/animal-control/bylaw-1510/", "answer": "In the Town of Golden, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $20.00/$30.00 spayed/neutered; $50.00/$70.00 intact; $100.00/$125.00 aggressive; $350.00/$400.00 vicious/dangerous; No charge Service/Police; leash rule: Animals must not be At Large within the Town, except Dogs in areas designated by posted notice to be a Dog Off-Leash area.; max animals: three (3) Dogs and three (3) Cats. Source: Responsible Pet Ownership & Animal Control Bylaw No. 1510, 2026, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000045", "name": "Grand Forks", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/grand-forks/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/grand-forks/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/grand-forks/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw 2116 – Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": "2116", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/grand-forks/animal-control/bylaw-2116/", "answer": "In the City of Grand Forks, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dog on highway or public place must be on leash <= 2.4m or 8m lead, unless posted off-leash area.; max animals: three (3) Dogs; fines: not less than $100.00 and not more than $10,000.00. Source: Bylaw 2116 – Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000047", "name": "Greenwood", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/greenwood/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/greenwood/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/greenwood/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw No. 1034, 2025 – Bees and Hens Bylaw", "document_number": "1034", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/greenwood/animal-control/bylaw-1034/", "answer": "The City of Greenwood, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Bylaw No. 1034, 2025 – Bees and Hens Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000051", "name": "Hope", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/hope/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/hope/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/hope/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Dog Responsibility Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/hope/animal-control/dog-responsibility-bylaw/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Hope, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: No owner of a dog shall allow or suffer the dog to run at large in the District.; max animals: not more than three (3) dogs. Source: Dog Responsibility Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000052", "name": "Houston", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/houston/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/houston/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/houston/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 1112 (2018)", "document_number": "1112", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/houston/animal-control/bylaw-1112/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Houston, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be confined to premises or fixed to a leash when off premises.; max animals: 4 dogs; fines: up to $10,000. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 1112 (2018), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000053", "name": "Hudson's Hope", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/hudson-s-hope/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/hudson-s-hope/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/hudson-s-hope/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control & Impounding Bylaw 589, 1999", "document_number": "589", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/hudson-s-hope/animal-control/bylaw-589/", "answer": "The District Municipality of Hudson's Hope, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Control & Impounding Bylaw 589, 1999, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000055", "name": "Kamloops", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/kamloops/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/kamloops/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/kamloops/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 34-11", "document_number": "34-11", "adopted_date": "1981-12-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/kamloops/animal-control/bylaw-34-11/", "answer": "In the City of Kamloops, British Columbia, leash rule: not being under the control of the owner... either by being securely leashed, tethered or penned; max animals: Cats: two; Wild Animals: two; Pigeons: 30 head; Farm Animals: two per 0.4047 ha; Hens: five (5); fines: not less than $25.00 or more than $2,000.00; licence required: True. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 34-11; Dog Responsibility and Control Bylaw No. 34-42, 2011; Wild or Exotic Animal Prohibition Bylaw No. 34-37, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000056", "name": "Kaslo", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/kaslo/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/kaslo/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/kaslo/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Dog Licensing Bylaw No. 1147", "document_number": "1147", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/kaslo/animal-control/bylaw-1147/", "answer": "In the Village of Kaslo, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $50; $40 if paid before January 31; $15 neutered/spayed; $12 neutered/spayed if paid before January 31; $5 replacement tag; leash rule: Dogs must not be At Large; must be on leash or under immediate control of competent person.; fines: not less than $25.00 and not more than $10,000.00, or imprisonment of not more than 6 months. Source: Dog Licensing Bylaw No. 1147, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000057", "name": "Kelowna", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/kelowna/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/kelowna/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/kelowna/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal and Poultry Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw No. 5421", "document_number": "5421", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/kelowna/animal-control/regulations-5421/", "answer": "In the City of Kelowna, British Columbia, leash rule: No person shall allow his animal to run at large on any street, lane, highway, boulevard, park or public place.; fines: not less than $50.00 or more than $2,000.00 for each offence, plus cost of prosecution. Source: Animal and Poultry Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw No. 5421, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000059", "name": "Keremeos", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/keremeos/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/keremeos/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/keremeos/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 843", "document_number": "843", "adopted_date": "2025-03-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/keremeos/animal-control/bylaw-843/", "answer": "In the Village of Keremeos, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence due date: last day of February each year; leash required: True; leash max length m: 2.4. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 843, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000060", "name": "Kimberley", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/kimberley/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/kimberley/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/kimberley/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 2544, 2016", "document_number": "2544", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/kimberley/animal-control/bylaw-2544/", "answer": "In the City of Kimberley, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $22.00 for the year 2017; $22.50 for the year 2018; $23.00 for the year 2019. $56.50 for the year 2017; $57.00 for the year 2018; $57.50 for the year 2019. $150.00; leash rule: The person responsible for an animal shall ensure that such animal does not run at large, other than within an off leash area; max animals: three (3) dogs older than four (4) months of age. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 2544, 2016, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000061", "name": "Kitimat", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/kitimat/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/kitimat/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/kitimat/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Kitimat Municipal Code — Part 5, Division 5: Animal Control", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The District Municipality of Kitimat, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Kitimat Municipal Code — Part 5, Division 5: Animal Control, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000062", "name": "Ladysmith", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/ladysmith/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/ladysmith/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/ladysmith/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "2167 Animal Control", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/ladysmith/animal-control/2167-animal-control/", "answer": "In the Town of Ladysmith, British Columbia, fines: $100.00; $10,000.00. Source: 2167 Animal Control, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000065", "name": "Langford", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/langford/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/langford/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/langford/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 2239", "document_number": "2239", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/langford/animal-control/bylaw-2239/", "answer": "In the City of Langford, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $60.00; $40.00 Spayed/Neutered; $100.00 Aggressive; $200.00 Dangerous; $20.00 Late; $5.00 Replacement; leash rule: Dogs must not be At Large. Owners must carry a Leash in Public Places. Leash required in Playgrounds and public beaches.; max animals: 4 Dogs over the age of four months. Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 2239, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000066", "name": "Langley", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/langley-city/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/langley-city/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/langley-city/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 2622 – Consolidated", "document_number": "2622", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/langley-city/animal-control/bylaw-2622/", "answer": "In the City of Langley, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must not run at large; in public places must be secured on a leash to a responsible person.; max animals: 2 dogs over the age of 4 months; fines: not less than $100.00 and not more than $10,000.00. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 2622 – Consolidated, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000069", "name": "Lillooet", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/lillooet/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/lillooet/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/lillooet/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-027", "document_number": "2025-027", "adopted_date": "2025-10-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/lillooet/animal-control/bylaw-2025-027/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Lillooet, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be leashed and under control of a capable person when on a highway or public place.; max animals: Maximum five dogs over the age of three months without a kennel licence.; fines: Not more than $10,000.00 per offence; ticket penalties per Schedule 2 of Bylaw Notice and Enforcement Bylaw. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-027, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000070", "name": "Lions Bay", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/lions-bay/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/lions-bay/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/lions-bay/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No 461, 2014 (Consolidation)", "document_number": "461", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/lions-bay/animal-control/bylaw-461/", "answer": "In the Village of Lions Bay, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be kept on a leash, tether or other suitable device, and be under the immediate care and control of a competent person; max animals: 3 dogs over 4 months; 4 cats over 4 months. Source: Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No 461, 2014 (Consolidation), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000071", "name": "Logan Lake", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/logan-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/logan-lake/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/logan-lake/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Impoundment Bylaw No. 893, 2022 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "893", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/logan-lake/animal-control/bylaw-893/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Logan Lake, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $36 unneutered/unspayed; $13 neutered/spayed (Schedule A); leash rule: dogs must be on leash in public spaces; max animals: three (3) dogs. Source: Animal Control and Impoundment Bylaw No. 893, 2022 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000072", "name": "Lumby", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/lumby/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/lumby/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/lumby/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 815, 2018", "document_number": "815", "adopted_date": "2018-09-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/lumby/animal-control/bylaw-815/", "answer": "In the Village of Lumby, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $20.00 (spayed female or neutered male); $60.00 (unspayed female or unneutered male); No Charge (Guide Animals, law enforcement Dogs); 50% discount if licensed after July 31st; leash rule: Dogs must not be At Large; in leashed parks must be kept on a secure leash (max 2 metres) held by Owner at all times; max animals: Max 3 Dogs per House or Dwelling Unit (s. 21); max 4 Domestic Animals per Owner or premises (s. 10). Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 815, 2018, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000073", "name": "Lytton", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/lytton/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/lytton/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/lytton/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 545, 2002", "document_number": "545", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/lytton/animal-control/bylaw-545/", "answer": "In the Village of Lytton, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs off owner's premises must be secured on a leash to a competent person with actual control.; max animals: more than three dogs requires a kennel licence. Source: Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 545, 2002, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000074", "name": "Mackenzie", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/mackenzie/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/mackenzie/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/mackenzie/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Licencing (Bylaw 1354, Consolidated)", "document_number": "1354", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/mackenzie/animal-control/bylaw-1354/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Mackenzie, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $20.00 spayed/neutered; $35.00 unaltered; $10.00 seniors spayed/neutered; $18.00 seniors unaltered; leash rule: Dogs must be leashed in all Public Places unless in a designated Off-Leash Area.; max animals: No more than 2 dogs and 2 cats without a Permit or Kennel Permit. Source: Animal Control and Licencing (Bylaw 1354, Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000075", "name": "Maple Ridge", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/maple-ridge/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/maple-ridge/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/maple-ridge/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012", "document_number": "6908-2012", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/maple-ridge/animal-control/bylaw-6908-2012/", "answer": "In the City of Maple Ridge, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $52/$68 unaltered; $25/$41 altered; $26/$34 unaltered senior; $12.50/$20.50 altered senior; $200/$270 aggressive (before/after Jan 31); leash rule: Animals (except cats) must not be At Large; dogs must be on leash and under effective control except in designated off-leash areas; max animals: 3 dogs maximum per parcel without kennel licence. Source: Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000077", "name": "McBride", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/mcbride/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/mcbride/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/mcbride/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 693", "document_number": "693", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/mcbride/animal-control/bylaw-693/", "answer": "In the Village of McBride, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: All dogs in public must be on a leash not exceeding 2.44 m (8 feet), under effective control of a competent person.; max animals: 3 dogs and 3 cats over 4 months per parcel without kennel licence; fines: not exceeding $2,000.00. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 693, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000078", "name": "Merritt", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/merritt/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/merritt/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/merritt/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw 2241, 2018", "document_number": "2241", "adopted_date": "2018-09-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/merritt/animal-control/bylaw-2241/", "answer": "In the City of Merritt, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: The Owner of a Dog must not allow or permit a Dog to be At Large in the City.; max animals: two (2) Dogs over the age of six (6) months; fines: not less than $50.00 and more than $2,000.00, plus the costs of the prosecution. Source: Animal Control Bylaw 2241, 2018, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000079", "name": "Metchosin", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/metchosin/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/metchosin/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/metchosin/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Regulation", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/metchosin/animal-control/animal-regulation/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Metchosin, British Columbia, licence required: True. Source: Animal Regulation, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000080", "name": "Midway", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/midway/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/midway/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/midway/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw 438 – Animal Control", "document_number": "438", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/midway/animal-control/bylaw-438/", "answer": "In the Village of Midway, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $1,000.00 Dangerous; $15.00 neutered; $30.00 un-neutered; No charge guide/assistance; leash rule: Must not allow Dog to be At Large; At Large means not on a Leash off premises.; max animals: 4 Dogs; 6 Cats; 3 Hens. Source: Bylaw 438 – Animal Control; Bylaw 542 – Prohibit Feeding of Deer, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000083", "name": "Nakusp", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/nakusp/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/nakusp/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/nakusp/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 645 (Consolidated January 2020)", "document_number": "645", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/nakusp/animal-control/bylaw-645/", "answer": "In the Village of Nakusp, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be secured to a leash held by a person able to control the dog while not on owner's property.; fines: fine not exceeding $500 per offence/day. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 645 (Consolidated January 2020), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000084", "name": "Nanaimo", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/nanaimo/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/nanaimo/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/nanaimo/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw 2021 No. 7316", "document_number": "7316", "adopted_date": "2021-09-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/nanaimo/animal-control/bylaw-7316/", "answer": "In the City of Nanaimo, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs in Public Places must be on a Leash held by a Competent Person, unless in designated Off-Leash Areas.; max animals: 4 Dogs over the age of 16 weeks; fines: not more than $50,000, plus the costs of prosecution. Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw 2021 No. 7316, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000085", "name": "Nelson", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/nelson/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/nelson/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/nelson/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Regulation & Control Bylaw No. 2333, 1989 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "2333", "adopted_date": "1989-02-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/nelson/animal-control/regulations-2333/", "answer": "The City of Nelson, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Regulation & Control Bylaw No. 2333, 1989 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000086", "name": "New Denver", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/new-denver/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/new-denver/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/new-denver/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/new-denver/animal-control/animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Village of New Denver, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: neutered/spayed: $25.00; unspayed/unneutered: $50.00; $15.00 reduction if licensed before January 31 or within 30 days of acquisition; leash rule: no person shall walk a dog within the municipality without a leash being firmly affixed at all times except in designated leash-free zone (dike area south of Carpenter Creek, west of Highway 6); max animals: three or more dogs deemed a kennel; kennel permit required; annual fee $5.00 per dog in addition to licence fees. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000087", "name": "New Hazelton", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/new-hazelton/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/new-hazelton/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/new-hazelton/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Dog Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/new-hazelton/animal-control/dog-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of New Hazelton, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $5.00 spayed female; $15.00 unneutered male; $15.00 unspayed female; $3.00 replacement licence/tag; Nil guide dog or RCMP patrol dog; neutered male fee not legible (OCR garbled); leash rule: Every owner of a dog shall keep the dog on a leash while upon a highway or in a public place.; fines: not less than $100.00 and not more than $500.00 plus fees, charges, and licence cost. Source: Dog Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000088", "name": "New Westminster", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/new-westminster/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/new-westminster/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/new-westminster/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 7586, 2013", "document_number": "7586", "adopted_date": "2013-05-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/new-westminster/animal-control/bylaw-7586/", "answer": "In the City of New Westminster, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: unsterilized male/female $73 before Mar 1/$94 after; sterilized $29/$38; dangerous unsterilized $221/$277 (Engineering Fees Bylaw 7553 Part 1); leash rule: collar and leash while not on owner's property except designated off-leash areas (s.5.4); max animals: no more than three (3) dogs on any parcel of land (s.12.3). Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 7586, 2013; Bylaw No. 6648, 2000, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000089", "name": "North Cowichan", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/north-cowichan/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/north-cowichan/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/north-cowichan/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/north-cowichan/animal-control/animal-responsibility-bylaw/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of North Cowichan, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: Fee prescribed in Fees Bylaw (amount not stated in this bylaw); leash rule: Dogs must be on leash not exceeding 6 feet held by a Competent Person in public places; off-leash permitted in designated areas listed in Schedule B; max animals: No more than 3 dogs over 8 weeks and no more than 5 cats over 12 weeks (max 6 companion animals total); kennel licence required for 4+ dogs. Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000090", "name": "North Saanich", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/north-saanich/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/north-saanich/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/north-saanich/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 751 (Consolidated 2014)", "document_number": "751", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/north-saanich/animal-control/bylaw-751/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of North Saanich, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: female (not spayed) $30.00 before July 31 / $15.00 after; female (spayed) $20.00/$10.00; male (not neutered) $30.00/$15.00; male (neutered) $20.00/$10.00; late penalty $5.00; leash rule: dogs on highway or public place must be under direct and continuous control; on leash not exceeding 2.4m if dangerous dog; max animals: no more than three dogs over age six months without valid Kennel Licence. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 751 (Consolidated 2014), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000091", "name": "North Vancouver", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-city/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-city/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-city/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Dog Tax and Regulation Bylaw No. 8113", "document_number": "8113", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-city/animal-control/regulations-8113/", "answer": "In the City of North Vancouver, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be on leash and secured to a competent person when off-premises, except in designated off-leash parks; max animals: 3 dogs maximum without kennel licence; fines: not more than $10,000.00. Source: Dog Tax and Regulation Bylaw No. 8113, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000092", "name": "North Vancouver", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Dog Tax and Regulation Bylaw 5981", "document_number": "5981", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/animal-control/bylaw-5981/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of North Vancouver, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: dogs on street/public place must be on leash not more than 2.5 metres, or off leash where permitted per Schedule A; max animals: more than three dogs prohibited without business licence for veterinarian/pet care/animal shelter; fines: fail to licence $150; dog at large $100; keeping >3 dogs $100; conviction $1,000-$50,000. Source: Dog Tax and Regulation Bylaw 5981, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000094", "name": "Oak Bay", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/oak-bay/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/oak-bay/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/oak-bay/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw 4013", "document_number": "4013", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/oak-bay/animal-control/bylaw-4013/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $39.00 neutered/spayed; $55.00 unneutered/unspayed; leash rule: dogs must be under full custody and control of a competent person by means of a chain or leash not exceeding 2.4 metres in length on any street and listed parks; max animals: no more than two dogs over four months of age per premises, except Guide Dogs and Service Dogs. Source: Animal Control Bylaw 4013, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000096", "name": "Osoyoos", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/osoyoos/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/osoyoos/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/osoyoos/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 1316, 2016 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "1316", "adopted_date": "2016-11-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/osoyoos/animal-control/bylaw-1316/", "answer": "In the Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $60.00 unaltered; $30.00 spayed/neutered; leash rule: must be on leash in public; off-leash permitted in designated Dog Park or Swim Area during designated times; max animals: 2 dogs, 2 cats over 6 months per household. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 1316, 2016 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000097", "name": "Parksville", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/parksville/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/parksville/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/parksville/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw 1524 – Animal Control", "document_number": "1524", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/parksville/animal-control/bylaw-1524/", "answer": "In the City of Parksville, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: No person shall permit a dog to be at large within the City except in designated off leash areas.; max animals: 3 dogs over 4 months; 3 pets of any one species. Source: Bylaw 1524 – Animal Control, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000099", "name": "Pemberton", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/pemberton/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/pemberton/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/pemberton/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2018-10-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/pemberton/animal-control/animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Village of Pemberton, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Owner shall ensure dog does not run at large within the Village; not required on leash in designated off-leash areas.; max animals: three (3) dogs; fines: maximum of $50,000; maximum of $1,000; maximum authorized under that Act. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000100", "name": "Penticton", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/penticton/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/penticton/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/penticton/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 2021-02", "document_number": "2021-02", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/penticton/animal-control/bylaw-2021-02/", "answer": "In the City of Penticton, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: no charge for guide/service Dogs; otherwise as per Fees and Charges Bylaw; leash rule: No Owner... shall allow or permit the Animal to be At Large in the City.; max animals: more than six (6) Companion Animals; Not more than three (3) Dogs; Not more than five (5) Cats; Not more than five (5) rabbits. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 2021-02, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000101", "name": "Pitt Meadows", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Dog Control Bylaw No. 2968, 2023", "document_number": "2968", "adopted_date": "2024-01-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/animal-control/bylaw-2968/", "answer": "The City of Pitt Meadows, British Columbia has 3 adopted bylaws on file: Beekeeping Bylaw No. 2590, 2013 - Consolidated Version; Dog Control Bylaw No. 2968, 2023; Kennel Regulation Bylaw No. 1087, 1986 - Consolidated Version, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000102", "name": "Port Alberni", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/port-alberni/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-alberni/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-alberni/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Pound Bylaw No. 5126 (Consolidated with 5126-1)", "document_number": "5126", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Control and Pound Bylaw No. 5126 (Consolidated with 5126-1), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000103", "name": "Port Alice", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/port-alice/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-alice/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-alice/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "599 Dog Control Bylaw 2013", "document_number": "2013", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/port-alice/animal-control/bylaw-2013/", "answer": "In the Village of Port Alice, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: no person shall permit dog to be At Large; dogs not under immediate charge and control must be on leash/chain; max animals: keeping more than three dogs (all over 4 months) requires kennel licence. Source: 599 Dog Control Bylaw 2013, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000105", "name": "Port Coquitlam", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/animal-control/animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Every Owner of a Dog shall prevent the Dog from being or running At Large.; max animals: more than (3) three Dogs in or at an individual Dwelling Unit; fines: not more than $10,000 and not less than $200. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000106", "name": "Port Edward", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/port-edward/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-edward/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-edward/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control & Licensing Bylaw No. 519, 2011", "document_number": "519", "adopted_date": "2011-10-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/port-edward/animal-control/bylaw-519/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $10 neutered male or spayed female (vet certificate required); $20 unneutered male; $50 unspayed female; $50 kennel licence; $5 duplicate; $0 guide dog/RCMP patrol dog; leash rule: No owner shall permit or cause an animal to be at large or on a highway in the Municipality.; max animals: No person shall keep three or more dogs on any one parcel without a kennel licence.. Source: Animal Control & Licensing Bylaw No. 519, 2011, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000108", "name": "Port McNeill", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/port-mcneill/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-mcneill/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-mcneill/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 722, 2023", "document_number": "722", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/port-mcneill/animal-control/bylaw-722/", "answer": "In the Town of Port McNeill, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: All dogs shall be leashed off the property where kept, except in designated dog park areas.; max animals: no more than six (6) adult animals including a maximum of three (3) adult dogs. Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 722, 2023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000109", "name": "Port Moody", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/port-moody/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-moody/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-moody/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw, 2024, No. 3343", "document_number": "3343", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/port-moody/animal-control/bylaw-3343/", "answer": "In the City of Port Moody, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be on a leash in public places except in designated Off-Leash Areas; leash must be under owner's control.; fines: not exceeding $10,000.00 or imprisonment not exceeding six (6) months or both. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, 2024, No. 3343, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000110", "name": "Pouce Coupe", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/pouce-coupe/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/pouce-coupe/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/pouce-coupe/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw 1005 - Animal Control and Licensing", "document_number": "1005", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/pouce-coupe/animal-control/bylaw-1005/", "answer": "In the Village of Pouce Coupe, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: All dogs must be on a leash when not on the property of the owner; max animals: No more than 2 dogs or 4 cats per residence without kennel licence; fines: $100.00–$1,200.00; maximum $10,000.00 on summary conviction. Source: Bylaw 1005 - Animal Control and Licensing; Hen Keeping Bylaw No. 1024, 2020, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000111", "name": "Powell River", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/powell-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/powell-river/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/powell-river/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 1979, 2003 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "1979", "adopted_date": "2003-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/powell-river/animal-control/bylaw-1979/", "answer": "In the City of Powell River, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $30.00; $24.00 if paid before March 1; $15.00 if moved in after June 30; leash rule: dogs on highway or public place must be on leash or tether not exceeding two metres, under immediate care and control; max animals: no more than three dogs, no more than one unspayed female. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 1979, 2003 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000112", "name": "Prince George", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/prince-george/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/prince-george/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/prince-george/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Responsible Animal Ownership Bylaw No. 8898, 2017", "document_number": "8898", "adopted_date": "2017-11-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/prince-george/animal-control/bylaw-8898/", "answer": "In the City of Prince George, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: No Owner shall allow or suffer an Animal to run At Large; outside owner's property, Animal must be under control by means of a Leash.; max animals: No more than three (3) Dogs aged four (4) months or more per property; fines: Minimum $2,500 for Dangerous Dog offences; maximum $10,000 for all offences; $250 for non-compliance with Nuisance Animal declaration. Source: Responsible Animal Ownership Bylaw No. 8898, 2017, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000113", "name": "Prince Rupert", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/prince-rupert/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/prince-rupert/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/prince-rupert/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Dog Control Bylaw - Consolidated", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/prince-rupert/animal-control/dog-control-bylaw-consolidated/", "answer": "In the City of Prince Rupert, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $50.00 (on/before Mar 1) / $70.00 (after Mar 1); sterilized: $20.00 / $40.00; Vicious/Restricted: $200.00 / $250.00; Restricted sterilized: $150.00 / $200.00; Kennel (per dog): $100.00 / $120.00; Special Needs/under 6 months: N/A; leash rule: Dogs must be kept on leash and under control on any highway, school property, park or other public place.; max animals: Maximum 3 dogs per household; more requires a Kennel licence.. Source: Dog Control Bylaw - Consolidated; Livestock Prohibition Bylaw (1996), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000114", "name": "Princeton", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/princeton/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/princeton/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/princeton/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 782, 2006", "document_number": "782", "adopted_date": "2006-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/princeton/animal-control/bylaw-782/", "answer": "In the Town of Princeton, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $15/year (spayed/neutered); $40/year (unaltered); $5 replacement tag; leash rule: Dogs must be on a leash and in full control of a competent person when outside a residence or fenced yard; max animals: 2 dogs (more than two is an offence). Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 782, 2006; Wildlife Attractant Bylaw No. 985, 2020, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000115", "name": "Qualicum Beach", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/qualicum-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/qualicum-beach/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/qualicum-beach/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 649, 2009", "document_number": "649", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/qualicum-beach/animal-control/bylaw-649/", "answer": "In the Town of Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: No dog shall run at large unless on leash, tether or suitable device under immediate care and control.; max animals: three dogs over three months; four cats over four months per dwelling unit.; fines: fine not exceeding $10,000 and the cost of prosecution. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 649, 2009, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000116", "name": "Quesnel", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/quesnel/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/quesnel/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/quesnel/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal, Bird and Insect Control and Licensing Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/quesnel/animal-control/animal-bird-and-insect-control-and-licensing-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Quesnel, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be on a leash and under immediate care and control of a competent person in any public place.; max animals: 3 dogs per dwelling unit (excluding kennels); kennel licence required for more than 2 dogs; fines: minimum $50.00, maximum $10,000 per offence. Source: Animal, Bird and Insect Control and Licensing Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000118", "name": "Revelstoke", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/revelstoke/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/revelstoke/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/revelstoke/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 2183 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "2183", "adopted_date": "2017-07-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/revelstoke/animal-control/bylaw-2183/", "answer": "In the City of Revelstoke, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: per Fees and Charges Bylaw; leash rule: dogs must be leashed or under physical control when off owner's property, except in designated Off-Leash Areas; max animals: maximum 3 dogs and 3 cats (or 3 combined dogs and cats) per Dwelling Unit. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 2183 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000119", "name": "Richmond", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/richmond/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/richmond/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/richmond/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Regulation - Bylaw 7932 (2005)", "document_number": "7932", "adopted_date": "2005-06-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/richmond/animal-control/bylaw-7932/", "answer": "In the City of Richmond, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Must keep dog on leash on street/public place; may not permit dog to run at large.; max animals: maximum of three (3) dogs in one/two-family dwelling; two (2) dogs in multiple-family dwelling.; fines: maximum fine of up to $10,000. Source: Animal Control Regulation - Bylaw 7932 (2005); Dog Licencing - Bylaw 7138 (2000), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000120", "name": "Rossland", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/rossland/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/rossland/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/rossland/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 2862, 2025", "document_number": "2862", "adopted_date": "2025-11-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/rossland/animal-control/bylaw-2862/", "answer": "In the City of Rossland, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: No Owner or person... shall allow or suffer the Animal to run At Large in the City.; max animals: 4 dogs; fines: maximum fine of $50,000. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 2862, 2025; Wildlife Attractant Control Bylaw No. 2816, 2023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000121", "name": "Saanich", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/saanich/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/saanich/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/saanich/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Updated Animal Bylaw 2023", "document_number": "2023", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/saanich/animal-control/bylaw-2023/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Saanich, British Columbia, leash rule: no person shall suffer or permit any dog to run at large unless the dog is accompanied by and under control of a person.; fines: minimum fine of $100.00; maximum fine of $50,000.00. Source: Updated Animal Bylaw 2023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000122", "name": "Salmo", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/salmo/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/salmo/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/salmo/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "699 – Animal Control Bylaw (2018)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/salmo/animal-control/699-animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Village of Salmo, British Columbia, leash rule: Animals in public places must be secured on a leash to a responsible and competent person.; max animals: maximum of four (4) household pets; maximum of two (2) cats, two (2) dogs or two (2) rabbits; fines: not less than $50.00 and not more than $2,000.00. Source: 699 – Animal Control Bylaw (2018), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000123", "name": "Salmon Arm", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/salmon-arm/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/salmon-arm/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/salmon-arm/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No 4728", "document_number": "4728", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/salmon-arm/animal-control/bylaw-4728/", "answer": "In the City of Salmon Arm, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be kept on a secure leash held by the Owner.; max animals: four (4) dogs over the age of 6 months; fines: not more than Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00). Source: Animal Control Bylaw No 4728; Wild or Exotic Animal Prohibition Bylaw No 2929, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000124", "name": "Sayward", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/sayward/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/sayward/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/sayward/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 418, 2015", "document_number": "418", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/sayward/animal-control/bylaw-418/", "answer": "The Village of Sayward, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Control Bylaw No. 418, 2015, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000125", "name": "Sechelt", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/sechelt/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/sechelt/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/sechelt/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Licensing Bylaw No. 611, 2023", "document_number": "611", "adopted_date": "2023-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/sechelt/animal-control/bylaw-611/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Sechelt, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: Spayed/neutered: $25.00; Not spayed/neutered: $50.00; Nuisance Dog: $200.00; Aggressive Dog: $400.00; Replacement tag: $10.00; Assistance/guide dogs: Free; Owners 65+: $10 altered, $30 unaltered, $5 replacement tag; leash rule: Dog owners must have the dog on a leash when off your property; dog seen running free can be impounded.; fines: $50.00 (dog tag not on dog) to $300.00 (fail to remove dangerous dog). Source: Animal Control and Licensing Bylaw No. 611, 2023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000127", "name": "Sidney", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/sidney/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/sidney/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/sidney/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Licence & Control Bylaw No. 1965", "document_number": "1965", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/sidney/animal-control/bylaw-1965/", "answer": "In the Town of Sidney, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $35.00 neutered/spayed; $45.00 not neutered/spayed; additional $75.00 aggressive; additional $100.00 dangerous; $5.00 discount if paid by last working day in February; reduced fees if moved into Town after March 1; leash rule: Dog Owner must not allow dog to be at large unless accompanied by competent person by means of a leash; max animals: 4 dogs over 4 months; 4 cats over 4 months; 5 Hens. Source: Animal Licence & Control Bylaw No. 1965; Impounding Bylaw No. 1960, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000128", "name": "Silverton", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/silverton/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/silverton/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/silverton/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw No 445 2007 Dog Licensing and Control", "document_number": "445", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/silverton/animal-control/bylaw-445/", "answer": "In the Village of Silverton, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $25.00 neutered/spayed (certificate required); $100.00 male not neutered; $100.00 female not spayed; $300.00 Pit Bull Terrier; $25.00 Kennel Licence; leash rule: dog must be on a leash or under the control of a competent person on any highway or public place; Pit bull Terrier must be effectively muzzled and leashed at all times in the Municipality; max animals: no person shall keep four (4) or more dogs on any one parcel without a kennel business licence. Source: Bylaw No 445 2007 Dog Licensing and Control; Bylaw No 460 - 2009 Animal and Poultry, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000129", "name": "Slocan", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/slocan/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/slocan/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/slocan/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "#625 – ANIMAL CONTROL BYLAW (REPEALED #483) 2013", "document_number": "625", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/slocan/animal-control/bylaw-625/", "answer": "In the Village of Slocan, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: prevent the Dog from being or running at large; secured on a leash to its Owner while off the property; max animals: two (2) Dogs; 2 cats or 1 cat and I dog; maximum of eight (8) hens. Source: #625 – ANIMAL CONTROL BYLAW (REPEALED #483) 2013, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000130", "name": "Smithers", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/smithers/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/smithers/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/smithers/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw No. 1780 Animal Control and Licencing", "document_number": "1780", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/smithers/animal-control/bylaw-1780/", "answer": "In the Town of Smithers, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $15.00 neutered/spayed; $50.00 intact; $300.00 dangerous; $150.00 aggressive; leash rule: Dogs must not run at large. On highways or public places, dogs must be secured on a leash to a responsible person.; max animals: six (6) hens (residential); twelve (12) hens (P-1); twelve (12) poultry per 0.4 ha (A-1/R-7). Source: Bylaw No. 1780 Animal Control and Licencing, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000131", "name": "Sooke", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/sooke/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/sooke/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/sooke/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Regulation and Impounding Bylaw No. 392 - Consolidated", "document_number": "392", "adopted_date": "2024-01-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/sooke/animal-control/regulations-392/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Sooke, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: no owner shall permit dog to run at large unless on a leash, tether or other suitable device, or under immediate care and control of a competent person; max animals: four dogs maximum on any parcel (except licensed kennel); dangerous dog rules: must be on leash not exceeding two metres, securely muzzled, under immediate care and control of competent person. Source: Animal Regulation and Impounding Bylaw No. 392 - Consolidated, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000134", "name": "Squamish", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/squamish/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/squamish/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/squamish/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "View Wildlife Attractant Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/squamish/animal-control/view-wildlife-attractant-bylaw/", "answer": "The District Municipality of Squamish, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: View Wildlife Attractant Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000135", "name": "Stewart", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/stewart/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/stewart/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/stewart/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Licensing and Control Amending Bylaw 978-2020", "document_number": "978-2020", "adopted_date": "2020-11-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/stewart/animal-control/bylaw-978-2020/", "answer": "The District Municipality of Stewart, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Licensing and Control Amending Bylaw 978-2020, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000136", "name": "Summerland", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/summerland/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/summerland/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/summerland/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal and Pound Regulation Bylaw 93-028", "document_number": "93-028", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/summerland/animal-control/bylaw-93-028/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Summerland, British Columbia, leash rule: Animals must not run at large; defined as off premises and not under immediate charge and control of a responsible and competent person.; fines: not exceeding $2,000 and costs; licence required: True; leash rule: No owner shall permit a dog to run at large. In public place, dog shall be on a leash held by the owner.. Source: Animal and Pound Regulation Bylaw 93-028; Responsible Dog Owner Bylaw No. 2017-024, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000137", "name": "Sun Peaks", "type": "Mountain Resort Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/sun-peaks/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/sun-peaks/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/sun-peaks/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw #0018 - Animal Control Consolidated", "document_number": "0018", "adopted_date": "2026-03-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/sun-peaks/animal-control/bylaw-0018/", "answer": "In the Mountain Resort Municipality of Sun Peaks, British Columbia, leash rule: No dog allowed in park/public area in Village Core, Valley Trail, or ski lift base areas unless on leash under immediate control.; fines: up to $10,000 (Offence Act); up to $1,000 (ticket); up to $500 (bylaw notice). Source: Bylaw #0018 - Animal Control Consolidated, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000138", "name": "Surrey", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/surrey/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/surrey/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/surrey/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw (19105)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/surrey/animal-control/animal-responsibility-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Surrey, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: Neutered/Spayed $58.00; Other $90.50; Guard/Aggressive $174.00; Vicious $261.50; Dangerous $655.00; Guide/Service/Police $0.00; 50% after Aug 31 or age 65+; Replacement $7.00; leash rule: No Owner shall allow Animal to Run at Large; Public Place requires securing on a Leash.; max animals: 6 Companion Animals; max 3 Dogs over 8 weeks; max 5 cats over 12 weeks. Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw (19105), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000139", "name": "Tahsis", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/tahsis/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/tahsis/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/tahsis/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw No. 420 Animal Control", "document_number": "420", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/tahsis/animal-control/bylaw-420/", "answer": "In the Village of Tahsis, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $5.00 spayed/neutered/replacement; $20.00 unspayed/unneutered; $50.00 kennel; leash rule: Dogs must not run at large. On highway or public place, must be on leash under control of a competent person.; max animals: two dogs. Source: Bylaw No. 420 Animal Control, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000140", "name": "Taylor", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/taylor/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/taylor/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/taylor/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Backyard Hen and Bee Keeping Bylaw 872-2023", "document_number": "872-2023", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/taylor/animal-control/bylaw-872-2023/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Taylor, British Columbia, max animals: 6 hens; 2 colonies; fines: $50; $100; $150; $200; $250; licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be leashed and under immediate control of a competent person on highways, parks, or public places.. Source: Backyard Hen and Bee Keeping Bylaw 872-2023; Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 871-2023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000141", "name": "Telkwa", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/telkwa/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/telkwa/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/telkwa/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Licensing Bylaw No. 691", "document_number": "691", "adopted_date": "2019-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/telkwa/animal-control/bylaw-691/", "answer": "In the Village of Telkwa, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be on a leash not exceeding 183 cm (6 feet) when off owner's property, except in designated off-leash areas.; max animals: No more than 3 dogs over 4 months of age per dwelling unit; fines: not less than $100.00 and not more than $5,000 for each offence. Source: Animal Control and Licensing Bylaw No. 691, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000142", "name": "Terrace", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/terrace/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/terrace/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/terrace/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw No. 2159", "document_number": "2159", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/terrace/animal-control/bylaw-2159/", "answer": "In the City of Terrace, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $20.00 neutered/spayed; $50.00 intact; $10.00 neutered/spayed (seniors); $25.00 intact (seniors); $100.00 aggressive dog; $200.00 dangerous dog; $0 guide/police services dog; leash rule: No owner or possessor shall allow a dog to run at large anywhere within City limits.; max animals: No more than three (3) dogs and no more than four (4) cats per dwelling unit or parcel. Source: Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw No. 2159, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000143", "name": "Tofino", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/tofino/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/tofino/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/tofino/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 866 (Consolidated Version)", "document_number": "866", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/tofino/animal-control/bylaw-866/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Tofino, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $15.00; $40.00 non-spayed; $5.00 seniors; leash rule: Dogs shall be under control and leashed, tethered or contained within a vehicle.; max animals: 2 dogs. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 866 (Consolidated Version); District of Tofino Wildlife Attractant Bylaw No. 1317, 2022, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000144", "name": "Trail", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/trail/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/trail/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/trail/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 2436", "document_number": "2436", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/trail/animal-control/bylaw-2436/", "answer": "In the City of Trail, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: neutered male $25 ($12.50 after August 31); spayed female $25 ($12.50 after August 31); unneutered male $100 ($50 after August 31); unspayed female $100 ($50 after August 31); Pitbull Terrier $300; kennel $25; leash rule: Dogs must be on leash or under control of competent person in public places; prohibited areas in Schedule C; max animals: No more than 3 dogs per parcel; 4 or more requires kennel business licence. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 2436, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000146", "name": "Ucluelet", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/ucluelet/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/ucluelet/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/ucluelet/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/ucluelet/animal-control/animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Ucluelet, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Animals not on highway or public place unless under control; dogs not on leash must be securely confined on premises.; fines: not more than $50,000. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000147", "name": "Valemount", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/valemount/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/valemount/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/valemount/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/valemount/animal-control/animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Village of Valemount, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Owner shall ensure animal does not run at large. Dog not required on leash in designated off-leash area.; max animals: four ( 4) animals. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000148", "name": "Vancouver", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/vancouver/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/vancouver/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/vancouver/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control By-law No. 9150", "document_number": "9150", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The City of Vancouver, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Control By-law No. 9150, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000149", "name": "Vanderhoof", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/vanderhoof/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/vanderhoof/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/vanderhoof/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 1183, 2018", "document_number": "1183", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/vanderhoof/animal-control/bylaw-1183/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Vanderhoof, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $ 30.00; $ 10.00 Neutered Male or Spayed Female Dogs; leash rule: A dog in public must be secured by a leash no more than two and a half (2.5) meters long; max animals: three (3) dogs; three (3) cats; maximum of five (5) cats and dogs. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 1183, 2018, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000150", "name": "Vernon", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/vernon/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/vernon/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/vernon/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252", "document_number": "5252", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/vernon/animal-control/regulations-5252/", "answer": "In the City of Vernon, British Columbia, leash rule: No animal may run at large; dogs must be securely leashed/tethered or under direct, continuous, effective control of owner.; max animals: No more than three (3) total of any species of companion animal on one lot; fines: not less than $200.00 and not more than $10,000.00, or imprisonment of not more than 6 months. Source: Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000151", "name": "Victoria", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/victoria/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/victoria/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/victoria/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Responsibility Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/victoria/animal-control/animal-responsibility-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Victoria, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $30.00 sterilized; $40.00 unsterilized; $20.00 late purchase; leash rule: Dog must be firmly held on leash not exceeding 2.4 m or retractable lead 8 m in public places.; max animals: 6 dogs or cats, or combination greater than six. Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000152", "name": "View Royal", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/view-royal/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/view-royal/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/view-royal/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 614, 2005", "document_number": "614", "adopted_date": "2005-01-01", "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The Town of View Royal, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Control Bylaw No. 614, 2005, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000153", "name": "Warfield", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/warfield/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/warfield/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/warfield/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 703, 2007", "document_number": "703", "adopted_date": "2007-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/warfield/animal-control/bylaw-703/", "answer": "In the Village of Warfield, British Columbia, licence required: False; licence fee: $30.00 unneutered male/female; $15.00 neutered male/spayed female; $0.00 guide dog; $200.00 dangerous dog; leash rule: Dogs in public must be on leash not exceeding 8 ft, or retractable leash not exceeding 25 ft.; max animals: No person may keep 3 or more dogs without a kennel licence. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 703, 2007, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000155", "name": "West Kelowna", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/west-kelowna/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/west-kelowna/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/west-kelowna/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Parks and Public Spaces Bylaw No. 0184, 2015 (consolidated to 0184.04)", "document_number": "0184", "adopted_date": "2015-09-29", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/west-kelowna/animal-control/bylaw-0184/", "answer": "The City of West Kelowna, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Parks and Public Spaces Bylaw No. 0184, 2015 (consolidated to 0184.04), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000156", "name": "West Vancouver", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/west-vancouver/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/west-vancouver/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/west-vancouver/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Licence Bylaw No. 4545, 2008", "document_number": "4545", "adopted_date": "2008-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/west-vancouver/animal-control/bylaw-4545/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of West Vancouver, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must not be at large; must be on leash except in designated off-leash areas where under immediate owner control.; max animals: no more than three dogs on any parcel; fines: not less than $2,500 and not exceeding $10,000. Source: Animal Control and Licence Bylaw No. 4545, 2008, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000158", "name": "White Rock", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/white-rock/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/white-rock/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/white-rock/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control and Licensing Bylaw No. 1959", "document_number": "1959", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/white-rock/animal-control/bylaw-1959/", "answer": "In the City of White Rock, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $40.00 unaltered; $25.00 altered; $100.00 nuisance; $200.00 aggressive; leash rule: Public place: leash not exceeding three metres in length and under immediate control of a competent person.; max animals: 3 dogs. Source: Animal Control and Licensing Bylaw No. 1959; Bee Keeping Bylaw No. 1313, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000159", "name": "Williams Lake", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/williams-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/williams-lake/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/williams-lake/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Control Bylaw No. 2102, 2009", "document_number": "2102", "adopted_date": "2009-08-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/williams-lake/animal-control/bylaw-2102/", "answer": "In the City of Williams Lake, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $10.00 spayed/neutered; $20.00 unspayed; $200.00 aggressive; leash rule: No dog shall be at large; in public place must be kept on a leash under immediate care and control of competent person.; max animals: 2 dogs over 4 months per parcel. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 2102, 2009, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000161", "name": "shíshálh Nation", "type": "First Nations Government District", "path": "/ca/bc/shishalh-nation/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/shishalh-nation/animal-control/", "json": "/ca/bc/shishalh-nation/animal-control.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Animal Care and Control Bylaw 2019-01", "document_number": "2019-01", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/shishalh-nation/animal-control/bylaw-2019-01/", "answer": "The First Nations Government District of shíshálh Nation, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Care and Control Bylaw 2019-01, verified 2026-08-28." } ], "not_on_file": [ { "municipality_id": "gx-000004", "name": "Anmore", "path": "/ca/bc/anmore/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000007", "name": "Barriere", "path": "/ca/bc/barriere/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000010", "name": "Burnaby", "path": "/ca/bc/burnaby/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000011", "name": "Burns Lake", "path": "/ca/bc/burns-lake/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000021", "name": "Clinton", "path": "/ca/bc/clinton/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000022", "name": "Coldstream", "path": "/ca/bc/coldstream/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000029", "name": "Cumberland", "path": "/ca/bc/cumberland/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000030", "name": "Daajing Giids", "path": "/ca/bc/daajing-giids/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000036", "name": "Esquimalt", "path": "/ca/bc/esquimalt/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000040", "name": "Fraser Lake", "path": "/ca/bc/fraser-lake/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000046", "name": "Granisle", "path": "/ca/bc/granisle/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000048", "name": "Harrison Hot Springs", "path": "/ca/bc/harrison-hot-springs/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000049", "name": "Hazelton", "path": "/ca/bc/hazelton/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000050", "name": "Highlands", "path": "/ca/bc/highlands/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000054", "name": "Invermere", "path": "/ca/bc/invermere/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000058", "name": "Kent", "path": "/ca/bc/kent/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000063", "name": "Lake Country", "path": "/ca/bc/lake-country/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000064", "name": "Lake Cowichan", "path": "/ca/bc/lake-cowichan/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000067", "name": "Langley", "path": "/ca/bc/langley-district/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000068", "name": "Lantzville", "path": "/ca/bc/lantzville/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000076", "name": "Masset", "path": "/ca/bc/masset/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000081", "name": "Mission", "path": "/ca/bc/mission/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000082", "name": "Montrose", "path": "/ca/bc/montrose/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000093", "name": "Northern Rockies", "path": "/ca/bc/northern-rockies/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000095", "name": "Oliver", "path": "/ca/bc/oliver/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000098", "name": "Peachland", "path": "/ca/bc/peachland/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000107", "name": "Port Hardy", "path": "/ca/bc/port-hardy/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000117", "name": "Radium Hot Springs", "path": "/ca/bc/radium-hot-springs/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000126", "name": "Sicamous", "path": "/ca/bc/sicamous/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000132", "name": "Spallumcheen", "path": "/ca/bc/spallumcheen/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000133", "name": "Sparwood", "path": "/ca/bc/sparwood/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000145", "name": "Tumbler Ridge", "path": "/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000154", "name": "Wells", "path": "/ca/bc/wells/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000157", "name": "Whistler", "path": "/ca/bc/whistler/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000160", "name": "Zeballos", "path": "/ca/bc/zeballos/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000104", "name": "Port Clements", "path": "/ca/bc/port-clements/", "status": "none_found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" } ] }