Animal Control Bylaw No. 3845, 2016 (Consolidated to Feb 27, 2023)
Cranbrook, British Columbia
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3845
ANIMAL CONTROL BYLAW
A Bylaw to provide for the licensing and control of animals within the City of Cranbrook.
WHEREAS the Community Charter SBC 2003, Chapter 26 authorizes a local government to
regulate, prohibit and impose requirements in relation to animals;
NOW THEREFORE the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the City of Cranbrook, in open
meeting assembled, enacts as follows:
1.
TITLE
1.1
This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as the "City of Cranbrook Animal Control
Bylaw No. 3845, 2016."
1.2
Definitions
1.2.1 In this Bylaw, unless the context otherwise requires:
AGGRESSIVE
includes snarling, growling, baring teeth or pursuing another
ANIMAL or a PERSON.
ANIMAL
means any POULTRY, RODENT, FARM ANIMAL (including
Vietnamese pot-bellied pigs), FUR BEARING ANIMAL, WILD
ANIMAL, DOG, CAT or other DOMESTIC ANIMAL.
ANIMAL CONTROL
OFFICER
means:
(a)
an employee, officer or agent of the CITY designated by
COUNCIL for the purposes of this Bylaw and section 49
of the Community Charter, or
(b)
a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
BEE
means a honey bee kept in an apiary, registered under the
authority of the Province.
BIRD
means a bantam, ornamental bird, PIGEON, dove, showbird
and any type of POULTRY.
BYLAW SERVICES
OFFICER
means a person appointed as such by the CHIEF
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER to enforce this Bylaw.
CAT
means any member of the Felis Domesticus family.
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE
OFFICER
means the employee appointed to that position for the CITY
pursuant to section 147 of the Community Charter.
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CITY
means the Corporation of the City of Cranbrook.
CORPORATE OFFICER
means the employee appointed to that position for the CITY
pursuant to section 146 of the Community Charter.
COUNCIL
means the Municipal Council of the CITY.
DANGEROUS DOG
for the purposes of this Bylaw has the same meaning as
provided in section 49 of the Community Charter.
DOG
means any member of the Canis Familiaris family.
DOMESTIC ANIMAL
means an ANIMAL, tame or kept, or that has been or is being
tamed or kept to serve some purpose for the use of people.
DWELLING UNIT
for the purposes of this Bylaw has the same meaning as
provided in the City of Cranbrook Zoning Bylaw.
ENCLOSURE
means a fenced area or structure other than a dwelling, barn
or storage shed, that can effectively confine a DOG and
prevent the entry of young children into the ENCLOSED area.
ECOLOGICALLY SENSITIVE
HABITAT
are sites identified as areas that provide productive fish and
wildlife habitat; nesting sites, and contain sensitive, rare or
depleted ecosystems.
FARM ANIMAL
means a DOMESTIC ANIMAL normally raised as part of a
farm operation under the Farm Practices Protection (Right to
Farm) Act; includes cattle, oxen, horses, swine (except
Vietnamese pot-bellied pigs), llamas, sheep, goats, mules,
and donkeys.
FUR BEARING ANIMAL
for the purposes of this Bylaw has the same meaning as
defined in section 16 of the Designation and Exemption
Regulation under the Wildlife Act, but does not include rabbits
or chinchillas.
GUIDE ANIMAL
means any guide animal trained by a recognized and
accredited institution to provide assistance to a person with a
disability and has the same meaning as in the Guide Animal
Act.
HIGHWAY
for the purposes of this Bylaw has the same meaning a defined
in the Community Charter.
IMPOUNDED
means seized, delivered, received, taken into the POUND, or
under the control of an ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER or any
other person authorized to enforce the provisions of this
Bylaw.
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KENNEL
means any lands or premises on which four (4) or more DOGS
or CATS or other ANIMALS are or are intended to be trained,
cared for, bred, boarded or kept for any purpose, including but
not limited to sale, resale or profit.
LEASH
means a rope, chain, cord or other material attached to the
collar of a DOG, forming a direct tie between a PERSON and
the DOG and which is capable of controlling and restraining
the activity of the DOG in a manner that conforms to the
requirements of this Bylaw, but does not include shock collars
or other remote devices designed to control a DOG (see
SHORT LEASH).
LICENCE
for an ANIMAL, means a current licence issued under the
provisions of this Bylaw; and for a WILD ANIMAL, means a
current licence or permit issued by the Province of British
Columbia.
MINOR INJURY
means a non-life threatening physical injury caused by an
ANIMAL to a PERSON or other ANIMAL that consists of
pinches, minor localized bruising, punctures or lacerations of
less than one (1) centimeter each.
MUZZLE
means a humane fastening or covering device of adequate
strength placed over the mouth of a DOG designed to prevent
the DOG from biting or injuring a PERSON or other ANIMAL.
OFF-LEASH PARK
means the lands described in Schedule "C" of this Bylaw.
OWNER
means any PERSON legally entitled to ownership of an
ANIMAL, provided that where ownership, control or harbouring
is by a PERSON under the age of nineteen (19) years, the
custodial parent or legal guardian of such minor is deemed to
be the owner for the purposes of this Bylaw.
PARCEL
means any lot, block or other area in which land is held or into
which it is subdivided, but does not include a HIGHWAY.
PERSON
includes an individual, partnership, club or association, or
incorporated body, and any of their legal representatives.
PERSON RESPONSIBLE
(or RESPONSIBLE PERSON)
in relation to any ANIMAL, means a PERSON who:
(a)
is the OWNER of the ANIMAL;
(b)
has care, custody or control of the ANIMAL; or
(c)
is keeping or harbouring the ANIMAL,
provided that where the PERSON is under the age of nineteen
(19) years, the custodial parent or legal guardian of such minor
is deemed to be the person responsible.
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PET
means an ANIMAL kept for companionship rather than utility,
profit or burden and which is lawfully kept upon residential
property.
PIGEON
means all birds of the species Columbidas, including doves.
POLICE DOG
means any DOG owned by an accredited Police Force and in
training or trained to assist Police on investigations.
POULTRY
means any bird or fowl normally raised for food or egg
production, and without limiting the generality of the foregoing,
includes chickens, geese, ostriches, turkeys, ducks and
artificially reared grouse, partridge, quail, pheasant and
ptarmigan.
POUND
means the facility established from time to time by the CITY
per section 2.3 of this Bylaw, as the premises used to harbour
and maintain an ANIMAL IMPOUNDED pursuant to this
Bylaw.
PROHIBITED AREAS
areas designated by the CITY which prohibit all ANIMAL
access and included in Schedule D of this Bylaw.
REAR YARD
for the purposes of this Bylaw has the same meaning as
provided in the City of Cranbrook Zoning Bylaw.
RODENT
means all forms of rodent kept as PETS, and without limiting
the generality of the foregoing, includes rabbits, white mice,
rats, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, and chinchillas.
RUN AT LARGE
(a)
when used with reference to an ANIMAL, other than a
DOG, means an ANIMAL located elsewhere than on the
premises of its OWNER or other RESPONSIBLE
PERSON and that is not under the immediate charge
and control of that PERSON;
(b)
when used with reference to a DOG, other than a
VICIOUS DOG, means a DOG that is located elsewhere
than on the premises of its OWNER or other
RESPONSIBLE PERSON and that is not under the
immediate charge and control of that PERSON by
means of a LEASH; or that has been observed
RUNNING AT LARGE or located in an UNENCLOSED
area and is not securely TETHERED or contained so as
to prevent the DOG from straying; and
(c)
when used with reference to a VICIOUS DOG, means a
VICIOUS DOG that is located elsewhere than on the
premises of its OWNER or other RESPONSIBLE
PERSON and that is not MUZZLED and under the
immediate charge and control of that PERSON by
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means of a SHORT LEASH; or that is situated on the
premises of its OWNER or other RESPONSIBLE
PERSON but is not secured or ENCLOSED as required
under this Bylaw;
but does not include a DOG that is unconstrained but under
the supervision of a PERSON in any of the following
circumstances:
(a)
a RESPONSIBLE PERSON actively engaged in training
a DOG for exhibition in events sanctioned by the
Canadian Kennel Club; or
(b)
a RESPONSIBLE PERSON actively engaged in DOG
trials, DOG shows, or other similar activities or other
events approved by the CITY; or
(c)
a police officer or other PERSON employed for the
preservation and maintenance of public peace; a
customs and excise officer when performing a duty in the
administration of the Customs Act or the Excise Act; an
officer or member of the Canadian Forces; or a duly
licenced security guard while in the course of performing
lawful duties.
SECONDARY INJURY
means a physical injury to a PERSON that is directly
attributable to an action taken to avoid contact with a DOG that
is approaching the PERSON, or someone in his or her care, in
an AGGRESSIVE, menacing or threatening manner, whether
or not physical contact with the DOG actually occurs.
SHORT LEASH
means a LEASH that cannot exceed two (2) meters, or six (6)
feet, in length.
SOLID FENCE
means a fence constructed without spacing or gaps that could
permit a VICIOUS DOG to escape or view outside the
contained area or alternatively, that could allow children or
other person to insert hands, fingers or other appendages
through the fence into the contained area; for certainty, does
not include a chain-link type fence unless all gaps and spaces
are filled so as to constitute a SOLID FENCE.
STERILIZE
means to spay or neuter an ANIMAL.
TEMPORARY PROHIBITED
AREAS
areas designated by the CITY which prohibit all ANIMAL
access for certain periods of time, and are signed accordingly.
TETHER
means fastening an ANIMAL by means of a rope, chain, cord
or other material to a fixed object so that the ANIMAL can only
range within a certain radius.
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VICIOUS DOG
means a DOG which has been designated as a VICIOUS DOG
by an ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER based on evidence that:
(a)
the DOG has a demonstrated propensity, tendency or
disposition to attack or AGGRESSIVELY pursue either
ANIMALS or humans;
(b)
the DOG has bitten an ANIMAL or human resulting in at
least a MINOR INJURY;
(c) the DOG has RUN AT LARGE and approached a
PERSON in an AGGRESSIVE, menacing or threatening
manner, resulting in a SECONDARY INJURY; or
(d)
a DOG relocated to the CITY from another jurisdiction
that had deemed that DOG as AGGRESSIVE, vicious,
or with a similar designation for demonstrated
aggression.
WILD ANIMAL
means any ANIMAL natural to the wild, whether or not born or
kept in captivity, and includes:
(a)
bear, wolf, cougar, coyote;
(b)
a member of the family Cervidae (deer);
(c)
species of wildlife listed in Schedule B or C to the
Designation and Exemption Regulation under the
Wildlife Act;
(d)
animal species identified in the Controlled Alien Species
Regulation under the Wildlife Act and other species not
native to British Columbia
1.2.2 Unless otherwise provided, words and phrases used herein have the same
meanings as in the Community Charter, Local Government Act or
Interpretation Act as the context and circumstances may require. A
reference to a statute in this Bylaw refers to a statute of the Province of
British Columbia unless otherwise indicated, and a reference to any statute,
regulation, bylaw or other enactment refers to that enactment as it may be
amended or replaced from time to time. In the event of a conflict between
this Bylaw and a Provincial enactment, the stricter law prevails. Words in
the singular include the plural and words in the plural include the singular,
and reference to a gender includes both genders and a corporation.
Headings in this Bylaw are for convenience only and must not be construed
as defining or limiting the scope or intent. If any part of this Bylaw is held
to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the invalid part is severed
and the remainder continues to be valid.
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2.
AUTHORITIES
APPOINTMENT OF ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
2.1
(a)
COUNCIL may from time to time appoint an ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
to administer and enforce the provisions of this Bylaw and section 49 of the
Community Charter, and may enter into a contract with a PERSON to
provide such services on behalf of the CITY.
(b)
The CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER may appoint a BYLAW
SERVICES OFFICER to administer and enforce provisions of this Bylaw,
other than in relation to DANGEROUS DOGS or wildlife, and to assist an
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER or police officer as requested or necessary
for the purposes of this Bylaw.
AUTHORITY OF ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
2.2
(a)
An ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER may:
(i)
issue notices to a PERSON in accordance with this Bylaw and bring
proceedings to enforce this Bylaw;
(ii)
carry out the powers, functions and obligations established in the
Community Charter section 49 in relation to a DOG that may be a
DANGEROUS DOG;
(iii)
employ the use of lures, baits, nets, Sonics, nooses, traps,
tranquilizers, or other mechanical devices or means of apprehension
of an ANIMAL, provided always that such methods are in
accordance with applicable laws;
(iv)
require, collect and deposit to the CITY any fees and charges set
out in Schedule "B" of this Bylaw;
(v)
deal with an ANIMAL that is apparently hurt or diseased, in
accordance with applicable legislation;
(vi)
designate a DOG to be a VICIOUS DOG for the purposes of this
Bylaw;
(vii)
dispose of any ANIMAL as provided for by this Bylaw or pursuant
to section 49 of the Community Charter;
(viii)
issue LICENCES as provided for by this Bylaw; and
(ix)
request photo or other appropriate primary identification from a
PERSON so as to determine their name, address or age for the
purposes of enforcing this Bylaw.
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ESTABLISHMENT OF POUND
2.3
(a)
The POUND facilities established, maintained and operated for the
IMPOUNDING of DOGS and other ANIMALS at such place or places and
upon such premises as COUNCIL may by resolution from time to time
determine are hereby authorized and continued.
(b)
Whereas it may be impractical from time to time for an ANIMAL to be
IMPOUNDED at a POUND facility designated by COUNCIL, the BYLAW
SERVICES
OFFICER
may,
in
consultation
with
the
CHIEF
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, designate another facility suitable for
temporary use as a POUND.
3.
GENERAL REGULATIONS
GENERAL
3.1
(a)
No PERSON shall keep or harbour any ANIMAL, BIRD or BEE except in
accordance with the provisions of this Bylaw.
OBSTRUCTION
3.2
(a)
No PERSON shall hinder, delay or obstruct, or provide false, erroneous or
misleading information to an ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER or any other
PERSON lawfully engaged in seizing, conveying or performing any duty
pursuant to this Bylaw.
UNLAWFUL RELEASE
3.3
(a)
No PERSON shall take, let or assist any ANIMAL out of the POUND or
custody of an ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER without the consent of the
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER.
IDENTIFICATION
3.4
(a)
Any OWNER or other RESPONSIBLE PERSON shall furnish such
identification upon request of an ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER as to
satisfy the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER of their identity in relationship to
the ANIMAL.
ANIMAL LICENSING
3.5
(a)
Any PERSON that is a resident of the CITY and who is the OWNER of a
DOG or CAT being two (2) months of age or older shall ensure a valid DOG
or CAT LICENCE is obtained for such DOG or CAT and no PERSON shall
own, keep or harbour an UNLICENCED DOG or CAT.
KENNEL
3.6
(a)
No PERSON shall operate a KENNEL on any PARCEL of land within the
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CITY unless a valid and subsisting KENNEL LICENCE has been issued as
provided for by this Bylaw and the City of Cranbrook Business Licence
Bylaw.
(b)
Any PERSON operating a KENNEL shall ensure all runs and enclosures
are regularly cleaned and sanitized and all excreta removed at least once
a day.
NUMBER OF PETS
3.7
(a)
A PERSON must not, within a single DWELLING UNIT or on a PARCEL of
residential property with one DWELLING UNIT, keep or harbour more than
six (6) PETS; and within the aforementioned six (6) PETS, no more than
three (3) DOGS and no more than three (3) CATS; and for certainty, must
not keep more than one (1) VICIOUS DOG within the aforementioned
number of DOGS.
RUN AT LARGE
3.8
(a)
The PERSON RESPONSIBLE for any ANIMAL shall ensure that such
ANIMAL does not RUN AT LARGE, other than within an OFF-LEASH
PARK, and if it is at large, must take steps immediately to recover the
ANIMAL.
(b)
The PERSON RESPONSIBLE for any VICIOUS DOG that is at large must
immediately notify the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER or a BYLAW
SERVICES OFFICER.
(c)
The ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER may, upon receiving payment of any
fees and charges set out in Schedule "B" of this Bylaw, provide to a
PERSON the temporary loan or placement of a trap or other device for the
capture of any ANIMAL RUNNING AT LARGE and any PERSON provided
such equipment shall be responsible for return of such equipment
undamaged and shall be responsible for any loss, damage or injury to any
PERSON, ANIMAL or property that occurs during or arises or results from
their possession or use of the device and for any costs, including loss of
any deposit provided for use of said equipment.
PROHIBITED AREAS
3.9
(a)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE shall not allow any ANIMAL to enter, occupy
or access the PROHIBITED AREAS below and identified in Schedule D of
this bylaw.
(i)
dedicated sports fields and courts, including baseball diamonds
and soccer fields;
(ii)
wading pools, water parks and splash pads;
(iii)
playgrounds.
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TEMPORARY PROHIBITED AREAS
3.10
(a)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE shall not allow any ANIMAL to enter, occupy
or access TEMPORARY PROHIBITED AREAS that have been
temporarily, permanently or seasonally closed by the CITY.
(b)
The CITY shall identify where TEMPORARY PROHIBITED AREAS are
established and will post notices / signage indicating these areas, along
with a proposed timeline that the prohibition remains in effect.
(c)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITED AREAS may include shoreline habitat during
the waterfowl nesting period.
DOGS WITHIN CEMETERY
3.11
(a)
When attending a Cemetery, A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for any DOG
shall ensure that such DOG does not RUN AT LARGE and must be kept
on a LEASH of a maximum length of 3 (three) meters, at all times.
OFF-LEASH PARKS
3.12
(a)
When using an OFF-LEASH PARK, a PERSON RESPONSIBLE for a DOG
must at all times supervise and maintain control of the DOG and take
reasonable steps to prevent and reduce conflicts with other DOGS and with
other PERSONS using the OFF-LEASH PARK, and without limitation,
must:
(i)
ensure the DOG wears a collar and a valid LICENCE tag;
(ii)
at all times, be in possession of a LEASH to control the DOG;
(iii)
keep the DOG within view and within voice control;
(iv)
take immediate physical control of the DOG in the event of
AGGRESSION or conflict with another DOG;
(v)
ensure the DOG is over four (4) months of age;
(vi)
follow all rules and regulations posted on signs for the OFF-
LEASH PARK;
(vii)
ensure the dog is on LEASH while in parking lot areas of the OFF-
LEASH PARK.
(b)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for a VICIOUS DOG or DANGEROUS DOG
must not allow the DOG to RUN AT LARGE in an OFF-LEASH PARK.
ANIMAL EXCREMENT
3.13
(a)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for any ANIMAL must, at all times when the
ANIMAL is in a HIGHWAY, park or other public place, immediately remove
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or cause to be removed any excrement deposited by the ANIMAL and
dispose of the excrement in a sanitary manner.
(b)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for any ANIMAL shall ensure that the ANIMAL
does not defecate upon any private property, other than the property of the
PERSON RESPONSIBLE, unless that OWNER or PERSON immediately
removes the excrement and disposes of it in a sanitary manner.
(c)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for an ANIMAL must remove or cause to be
removed excrement deposited by the ANIMAL within their own PARCEL or
premises in a sanitary manner and on a regular basis and in any case,
within twenty-four (24) hours of being directed to do so by an ANIMAL
CONTROL OFFICER.
TETHERING ANIMALS
3.14
(a)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for an ANIMAL shall ensure that:
(i)
the ANIMAL is not TETHERED to any traffic control device, support
thereof or in a public area so as to obstruct or impede any PERSON
or thing;
(ii)
the ANIMAL is not TETHERED on private property in such a way
that the ANIMAL is able to leave the boundaries of the private
property; and
(iii)
the ANIMAL is not TETHERED in any place and in such a manner
that the ANIMAL may become entangled by the TETHER so as to
severely restrict movement or cause pain or suffering.
(b)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for a VICIOUS DOG shall ensure that the
VICIOUS DOG is not TETHERED at any time, except within a SOLID
FENCED REAR YARD.
FEEDING PIGEONS
3.15
(a)
No PERSON shall feed any PIGEON within the CITY, unless that PIGEON
is owned, kept, harboured, or under their control upon their property in
accordance with Section 6.7(a) of this Bylaw.
4.
VICIOUS DOGS
DESIGNATION
4.1
(a)
Upon designating a DOG as a VICIOUS DOG, the ANIMAL CONTROL
OFFICER must deliver notice to the DOG'S OWNER in the form of a letter
advising of the designation and of the portions of this Bylaw that apply to a
VICIOUS DOG. The letter is sufficiently delivered if mailed to the address
on the most recent LICENCE for that DOG, or the address where the
OWNER of the DOG is known or believed to reside, or left with an adult
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PERSON at either such address. If not personally delivered to such address
or PERSON, the letter is deemed to be received by the PERSON to whom
it was addressed on the second business day following the date that it was
mailed.
(b)
The OWNER of a DOG that has been designated as a VICIOUS DOG may,
within fourteen (14) calendar days of the notice being delivered pursuant to
paragraph (a), request that the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER reconsider
the decision. The request for reconsideration must be accompanied by
written reasons why the OWNER believes the DOG is not a VICIOUS DOG,
and may provide any other specific information as to the particular DOG that
would support the OWNER'S position. If requested by the OWNER, the
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER must allow the OWNER an opportunity to be
heard, in person or by telephone or other device, and may arrange for any
other PERSON with relevant information to address the matter. If no request
for reconsideration is made within fourteen (14) days of the notice being
delivered, the designation of the DOG as a VICIOUS DOG is final.
(c)
After providing the OWNER with an opportunity to make representations
regarding the DOG following a request under paragraph (b), the ANIMAL
CONTROL OFFICER may confirm or reverse the designation.
(d)
The OWNER of a DOG that has been confirmed by the ANIMAL CONTROL
OFFICER to be a VICIOUS DOG may request that COUNCIL reconsider
that decision, by notifying the CORPORATE OFFICER within fourteen (14)
days of the date of the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER'S decision. Such a
request must be in writing and include the OWNER'S reasons for the
request. If a complete request is not made within fourteen (14) days, or the
OWNER fails or neglects to appear at any hearing the CORPORATE
OFFICER may arrange and provide notice of, the decision of the ANIMAL
CONTROL OFFICER is deemed to be final and may not be reconsidered.
(e)
After hearing from the OWNER or their representative, and the ANIMAL
CONTROL OFFICER or any other PERSON that COUNCIL believes could
provide relevant information, COUNCIL may confirm or reverse the
designation of the DOG as a VICIOUS DOG, and the decision of COUNCIL
is final.
CONTROL AND RESTRAINT OF VICIOUS DOG
4.2
(a)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for a VICIOUS DOG, on receiving notice that
the DOG has been designated as a VICIOUS DOG, shall immediately take
steps to ensure that the VICIOUS DOG is properly controlled and
restrained at all times, and without limitation, must ensure that:
(i)
when off the property of the OWNER, the DOG is on a SHORT
LEASH, MUZZLED and under the immediate charge and control of
a PERSON RESPONSIBLE, so as to prevent escape;
(ii)
when in a vehicle, the DOG is MUZZLED, secured and contained
within the passenger compartment or completely enclosed cargo
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area, and under the immediate charge and control of a PERSON
RESPONSIBLE so as to prevent escape of the VICIOUS DOG;
(iii)
subject to paragraph (b), when outdoors and upon the property of
the PERSON RESPONSIBLE, the DOG is secured and contained
within a REAR YARD that is completely enclosed with a SOLID
FENCE that is 1.8 meters in height and that has gates with self-
closing mechanisms and locking latches so as to prevent entry by
children and so as to prevent escape of the DOG; and
(iv)
when indoors and upon the property of the PERSON
RESPONSIBLE, the DOG is secured and contained within the
DWELLING UNIT, so as to prevent its escape.
(b)
For up to ninety (90) days starting from the date that a VICIOUS DOG is
designated as a VICIOUS DOG, in the absence of and while constructing
a SOLID FENCE in a REAR YARD to lawfully secure the DOG, when it is
outdoors and on the property of the PERSON RESPONSIBLE, an
ENCLOSURE may be used to secure and contain the DOG.
MAINTENANCE AND KEEPING OF VICIOUS DOG
4.3
(a)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for a VICIOUS DOG must, within a period of
time determined by the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER following its
designation as a VICIOUS DOG:
(i)
ensure the VICIOUS DOG is STERILIZED; and
(ii)
deliver to the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER proof that the
VICIOUS DOG has been vaccinated against rabies, and that
vaccinations recommended by a veterinarian are up-to-date.
(b)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for a VICIOUS DOG, on receiving notice of its
designation as a VICIOUS DOG, must:
(i)
ensure the VICIOUS DOG wears at all times a valid DOG
LICENCE;
(ii)
ensure the VICIOUS DOG does not RUN AT LARGE and, if it is at
large, the PERSON RESPONSIBLE for the DOG must immediately
notify the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER or a BYLAW SERVICES
OFFICER;
(iii)
take measures to ensure the VICIOUS DOG does not bite, injure,
cause
MINOR
INJURY
or
SECONDARY
INJURY,
or
AGGRESSIVELY pursue a PERSON or other ANIMAL; and
(iv)
have posted at all entrances or gates into a REAR YARD and
dwelling, signs designed or written in a manner to indicate a
PERSON should exercise caution due to the presence of the
VICIOUS DOG.
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5.
DANGEROUS DOGS
DANGEROUS DOGS
5.1
(a)
An ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER may seize a DOG if the ANIMAL
CONTROL OFFICER believes that the DOG is a DANGEROUS DOG, and
may deal with it in accordance with section 49 of the Community Charter.
(b)
Except as directed by an order of the Provincial Court, a PERSON
RESPONSIBLE for a DANGEROUS DOG must comply with the provisions
of this Bylaw that apply to a VICIOUS DOG.
6.
RESTRICTED ANIMALS
FARM ANIMALS
6.1
(a)
FARM ANIMALS shall not be permitted to be kept, harboured or raised
within the CITY, except as provided for by the City of Cranbrook Zoning
Bylaw.
VIETNAMESE POT-BELLIED PIGS
6.2
(a)
Vietnamese pot-bellied pigs may be kept as PETS on any PARCEL of land
within the CITY, provided that certification is provided, upon request by the
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER, to verify the breed as a Vietnamese pot-
bellied pig.
RODENTS
6.3
(a)
RODENTS may be kept on any PARCEL of land within the CITY provided
that they are kept in a building, structure, pen or enclosure that prevents
escape and that meets the minimum set-back requirements from property
lines as required by the City of Cranbrook Zoning Bylaw.
FUR BEARING ANIMALS
6.4
(a)
No PARCEL of land within the CITY may be used for the keeping,
harbouring or raising of FUR BEARING ANIMALS except as provided for
by the City of Cranbrook Zoning Bylaw.
POULTRY
6.5
(a)
No PARCEL of land within the CITY may be used for the keeping,
harbouring or raising of POULTRY except as provided for by the City of
Cranbrook Zoning Bylaw.
BEES
6.6
(a)
No PARCEL of land within the CITY may be used for the keeping,
harbouring or raising of BEES except as provided for by the City of
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Cranbrook Zoning Bylaw.
PIGEONS
6.7
(a)
No PARCEL of land within the CITY may be used for the keeping,
harbouring or raising of PIGEONS except as provided for by the City of
Cranbrook Zoning Bylaw.
(b)
No PERSON shall allow PIGEONS either owned, kept, harboured, or under
their control to stray, feed or roost on any HIGHWAY or public place or
trespass on any private property.
WILD ANIMALS
6.8
(a)
Subject to paragraph (e), a PERSON must not keep or harbour a WILD
ANIMAL except strictly in accordance with this Bylaw.
(b)
A PERSON RESPONSIBLE for a WILD ANIMAL must obtain, maintain,
and produce at the request of the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER or
BYLAW SERVICES OFFICER:
(i)
a valid Provincial LICENCE or permit for the ANIMAL, as required
under the Wildlife Act or other enactment of British Columbia; and
(ii)
a separate LICENCE issued by the CITY for the WILD ANIMAL.
(c)
A PERSON must not feed or shelter a bear, wolf, cougar, coyote or deer,
or a skunk or raccoon, or leave pet food, food waste, or seeds, nuts or fruit
fallen from bird feeders or trees on any PARCEL or premises in such a
manner as to be readily available to such animals.
(d)
A PERSON must not keep more than two (2) non-native or Provincially
licensed WILD ANIMALS:
(i)
in any DWELLING UNIT or residential PARCEL of land; or
(ii)
on any other PARCEL of land in the CITY except as authorized by
a temporary WILD ANIMAL LICENCE issued by the CITY for a
circus, travelling animal show or similar exhibition.
(e)
In relation to ANIMALS that are identified as "wildlife" in the Spheres of
Concurrent Jurisdiction - Environment and Wildlife Regulation (Community
Charter), the following activities are exempt from the application of this
Bylaw:
(i)
hunting or trapping wildlife in accordance with the Wildlife Act and
its regulations;
(ii)
a farm operation as defined in the Farm Practices Protection (Right
to Farm) Act, that meets the requirements set out in section 2 (2)(a)
and (c) of that Act; and
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(iii)
a facility for the disposal of sewage or refuse operated in
accordance with the Environmental Management Act by the CITY,
the Regional District of East Kootenay, or an improvement district.
(f)
The PERSON RESPONSIBLE for a WILD ANIMAL must ensure that the
ANIMAL does not leave the property specified within the LICENCE unless
specifically authorized by the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER.
7.
LICENSING
LICENCE APPLICATIONS
7.1
(a)
Every application for a DOG or CAT LICENCE shall be made on a form
approved by the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER.
(b)
Every application for a KENNEL licence shall be made on a Business
Licence application form in accordance with the requirements of the City of
Cranbrook Business Licence Bylaw.
(c)
Every application to the CITY for a WILD ANIMAL LICENCE shall be
provided in written form by the PERSON RESPONSIBLE for the WILD
ANIMAL to the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER and shall identify:
(i)
the name and address of the applicant and OWNER and any other
PERSON RESPONSIBLE for the WILD ANIMAL;
(ii)
the legal description of the PARCEL of land, or the legal description
of the DWELLING UNIT where the PARCEL contains a multiple-
unit residential building, on which the WILD ANIMAL is to be kept;
(iii)
certification of the type of WILD ANIMAL to be kept;
(iv)
verification that the applicant is the holder of a valid permit or
LICENCE to keep such WILD ANIMAL, issued by the Province of
British Columbia as required under the Wildlife Act or other
Provincial enactment;
(v)
detailed plans for containment;
(vi)
and provide to the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER, at the request of
the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER, proof of liability insurance in the
amount of not less than Two Million ($2,000,000) Dollars for the
period of the WILD ANIMAL LICENCE, over the premises where
the WILD ANIMAL is kept, to cover any claims arising from or
caused by the owning, keeping, or habouring of such WILD
ANIMAL, with the CITY named as an additional insured;
(vii)
availability and location of the applicable antidote serum whenever
any application is requested for a venomous reptile;
(viii)
duration of time intended to keep the WILD ANIMAL within the CITY;
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and
(ix)
such other information that the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER may
request to determine whether all of the provisions of this Bylaw are
being or can be met in relation to the ANIMAL that is the subject of
the LICENCE.
(d)
Upon receiving a complete application form and applicable fees, and on
being satisfied that the PERSON RESPONSIBLE for the ANIMAL to be
licensed is capable of complying with the provisions of this Bylaw, the
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER may issue a LICENCE for the ANIMAL.
(e)
The ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER may, by written notice to the OWNER
or other PERSON RESPONSIBLE for an ANIMAL that has been licensed,
refuse, suspend or revoke a LICENCE if it is evident that the PERSON has
contravened or is contravening a provision of this Bylaw and the safety of
PERSONS or other ANIMALS is at risk of harm. The notice will explain the
reasons for the refusal, suspension or revocation and may set out measures
that the PERSON must take to comply with the Bylaw. The notice is
sufficiently delivered if mailed to the address on the most recent LICENCE
for that ANIMAL or the address where the OWNER or other PERSON
RESPONSIBLE for the ANIMAL is known or believed to reside, or left with
an adult PERSON at either such address. If not personally delivered to such
address or PERSON, the letter is deemed to be received by the PERSON
to whom it was addressed on the second business day following the date
that it was mailed.
(f)
A PERSON whose CITY LICENCE has been refused, suspended or
revoked may seek reinstatement of the LICENCE by taking all measures
necessary to comply with the Bylaw and submitting a new application for a
LICENCE, together with the applicable fee, to the ANIMAL CONTROL
OFFICER.
(g)
A PERSON whose LICENCE has been refused, suspended or revoked by
the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER may seek reconsideration by COUNCIL
by contacting the CORPORATE OFFICER within fourteen (14) calendar
days of the notice being delivered pursuant to paragraph (e) to arrange for
an opportunity to be heard by COUNCIL. COUNCIL may hear from the
OWNER or other PERSON RESPONSIBLE, the ANIMAL CONTROL
OFFICER, and any other PERSON who COUNCIL believes may have
information relevant to the matter. After the PERSON has had an
opportunity to be heard, COUNCIL may confirm the decision of the ANIMAL
CONTROL OFFICER, or may direct that the LICENCE be issued or
reinstated as COUNCIL considers appropriate in the circumstances.
LICENCE TERMS
7.2
(a)
All LICENCES issued for DOGS or CATS shall be valid for one calendar
year (365 days) from date of registration.
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(b)
Each WILD ANIMAL LICENCE shall be valid for the duration of time
specified in the LICENCE or permit issued by the Province for the keeping
or harbouring of such WILD ANIMAL.
LICENCE FEES
7.3
(a)
No LICENCE shall be issued or renewed until the LICENCE fee as set out
in Schedule "B" of this Bylaw has been paid.
(b)
Any LICENCE issued or renewed that has been paid for with a cheque or
form of credit that is returned to the CITY as having non-sufficient funds
shall be invalid until all applicable fees and charges set out in Schedule
"B" of this Bylaw and the applicable NSF Cheque Service Charge set out
in the City of Cranbrook Fees and Charges Bylaw, are paid in full.
(c)
GUIDE ANIMALS and POLICE DOGS are exempt from LICENCE fees.
PROMPT PAYMENT DISCOUNT
PROOF OF STERILIZATION
7.5
(a)
The OWNER of any DOG or CAT shall furnish proof that their DOG or CAT
is STERILIZED, upon request of an ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER or
issuer of a LICENCE, prior to issuance of a LICENCE for the DOG or CAT.
(b)
The OWNER of a DOG or CAT may within six (6) months after a
LICENCE has been issued for their DOG or CAT furnish proof that
the DOG or CAT has been STERILIZED in order to receive
reimbursement of the difference between the LICENCE fee paid and
the fee for a STERILIZED DOG or CAT. VICIOUS DOGS are not
entitled to reimbursement as STERILIZATION is mandatory.
TRANSFER OF LICENCES
7.6
(a)
Every LICENCE issued shall be for a specific DOG or CAT and no
PERSON shall place, affix, or use a LICENCE issued in respect of one
DOG or CAT on or for another.
LICENCE TAGS
7.7
(a)
The LICENCE shall consist of a LICENCE tag on which shall be impressed
or stamped the LICENCE number as issued by the City.
DISPLAY OF LICENCE TAGS
7.8
(a)
The OWNER of any DOG or CAT that is licensed in accordance with this
Bylaw shall affix and keep affixed the corresponding LICENCE tag to a
collar or harness, always worn, by the DOG or CAT for which the LICENCE
is issued when the DOG or CAT is anywhere other than on the property of
the OWNER.
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Adopted Nov 21, 202
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Adopted Feb 27, 2023
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(b)
The OWNER of any WILD ANIMAL that is authorized by permit or
LICENCE in accordance with the Wildlife Act or other Provincial or Federal
enactment must retain a copy of the LICENCE or permit and must produce
it for inspection at the request of the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER or a
BYLAW SERVICES OFFICER.
LOST TAGS
7.9
(a)
OWNER of any DOG or CAT that is licensed in accordance with this Bylaw
who loses a LICENCE tag, must purchase a replacement LICENCE tag.
NOTICE REQUIREMENT - CHANGE OF ADDRESS / OWNER
7.10
(a)
Any PERSON being the OWNER of a DOG or CAT, other than a VICIOUS
DOG, shall ensure that they furnish or deliver to the ANIMAL CONTROL
OFFICER notification of any change of address or change of OWNER for
such DOG or CAT within seven (7) days after the date of such change
occurring.
(b)
Any PERSON being the OWNER of a VICIOUS DOG shall ensure that they
furnish or deliver to the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER notification of any
change of address or change of OWNER for such VICIOUS DOG a
minimum of seven (7) days prior to the date of such change occurring.
(c)
Should any PERSON being the OWNER of a DOG or CAT fail to notify the
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER of any change required pursuant to Section
7.10(a) or 7.10(b) of this Bylaw, the LICENCE issued for such DOG or CAT
may be deemed invalid.
(d)
Any PERSON being the OWNER of a WILD ANIMAL shall ensure that they
furnish or deliver to the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER notification of any
change of address or change of OWNER for such WILD ANIMAL a
minimum of seven (7) days prior to the date of such change occurring.
(e)
Should any PERSON being the OWNER of a WILD ANIMAL fail to notify
the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER of any change required pursuant to
Section 7.10(d) of this Bylaw, the LICENCE issued by the CITY for such
WILD ANIMAL may be deemed invalid.
8.
IMPOUNDMENT
IMPOUND - ANIMAL RUNNING AT LARGE
8.1
(a)
The ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER may seize and IMPOUND any
DOMESTIC ANIMAL that is:
(i)
required to be licensed but is not licensed;
(ii)
found RUNNING AT LARGE on a HIGHWAY or a public place;
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(iii)
found on private property or premises, without the permission of the
property owner or occupant of the premises; or
(iv)
found on unfenced land, and not securely TETHERED or contained,
and may keep the ANIMAL so IMPOUNDED until all applicable penalties
and fees have been paid, in which case the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
will release the ANIMAL to its OWNER or other RESPONSIBLE PERSON
unless the ANIMAL is a DANGEROUS DOG, in which case the DOG will be
dealt with in accordance with section 49 of the Community Charter.
IMPOUND - DANGEROUS DOG
8.2
(a)
Where the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
has IMPOUNDED a
DANGEROUS DOG, the DOG shall remain IMPOUNDED pending approval
of a destruction order by the Provincial Court and shall only be delivered or
released to its OWNER upon order from the Provincial Court.
IMPOUND - WILD ANIMAL
8.3
(a)
The ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER or any other PERSON duly authorized
may IMPOUND any UNLICENCED WILD ANIMAL and shall keep any WILD
ANIMAL so IMPOUNDED until such WILD ANIMAL shall have been
delivered or released to its OWNER, or sold, or disposed of, or destroyed
as hereinafter provided.
NOTICE OF IMPOUNDMENT
8.4
(a)
The ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER shall within twenty-four (24) hours of the
time of IMPOUNDMENT, or at the commencement of the next business day,
cause a notice of impoundment to be published on the CITY website at
www.cranbrook.ca and posted on the notice board at City Hall. Such notice
of impoundment shall give a description of the ANIMAL IMPOUNDED, the
date and location it was IMPOUNDED, and the date after which the ANIMAL
may be destroyed or otherwise disposed of if not redeemed by the OWNER.
OWNER KNOWN
8.5
(a)
If the OWNER of any IMPOUNDED ANIMAL is known to the ANIMAL
CONTROL OFFICER, the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER shall forthwith
notify the OWNER by telephone of the IMPOUNDMENT or by posting a
copy of the notice of impoundment at the OWNER'S last known address.
IMPOUND FEES AND CHARGES
8.6
(a)
The OWNER of any IMPOUNDED ANIMAL may reclaim such ANIMAL from
the POUND during normal working hours prior to its sale, disposal, or
destruction, and upon provision of proof of ownership and payment of any
fees and charges set out in Schedule "B" of this Bylaw.
(b)
No IMPOUNDED UNLICENCED DOG or CAT shall be released from the
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POUND or custody of the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER without the
OWNER having purchased a valid LICENCE for such DOG or CAT except
where such LICENCE is not required as provided for by this Bylaw.
(c)
As a condition of an IMPOUNDED ANIMAL being released, the PERSON
RESPONSIBLE for the ANIMAL must pay the IMPOUND fees and
veterinary medical fees established in Schedule "B", and the fee for a
LICENCE if the ANIMAL is unlicensed.
DISPOSAL / DESTRUCTION
8.7
(a)
Subject to section 8.4(a) and section 8.5(a) of this Bylaw, if an IMPOUNDED
ANIMAL, other than a DANGEROUS DOG:
(i)
is not claimed within five (5) days of the date of IMPOUNDMENT; or
(ii)
the OWNER fails to provide full and complete payment of all fees
and charges required in Schedule "B" of this Bylaw within five (5)
days of the date of IMPOUNDMENT, the POUND operator may
humanely destroy or otherwise dispose of the ANIMAL.
(b)
Subject to section 8.4(a) and section 8.5(a) of this Bylaw, the OWNER of a
VICIOUS DOG or a DANGEROUS DOG may voluntarily surrender such
DOG for destruction to the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER by delivering an
executed statement in the form specified in Schedule "A" of this Bylaw
together with payment of any required fees and charges set out in Schedule
"B" of this Bylaw.
(c)
The OWNER of any ANIMAL destroyed pursuant to this Bylaw shall be
responsible for the costs incurred by the CITY to board, care for, feed,
provide veterinary medical care and ultimately destroy such ANIMAL unless
such ANIMAL is a DOG surrendered in accordance with paragraph (b) of
this section.
SALE OF ANIMALS
8.8
(a)
Should any IMPOUNDED ANIMAL, other than a FARM ANIMAL, VICIOUS
DOG or DANGEROUS DOG remain unclaimed after five (5) days, the
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER may sell such ANIMAL or arrange for it to be
sold.
(b)
Should any IMPOUNDED FARM ANIMAL remain unclaimed after five (5)
days, the FARM ANIMAL may be sold or destroyed. If the FARM ANIMAL
is to be sold, the sale will be advertised in a local newspaper for a minimum
of five (5) days calling for tender if undertaken as an option to destruction.
BOARD CARE FEES
8.9
(a)
The POUND operator shall ensure that all IMPOUNDED ANIMALS detained
in the POUND are adequately cared for by the provision of food, water,
shelter and veterinary medical attention when required. The fees for such
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services shall form part of the IMPOUNDMENT charges set out in Schedule
"B" of this Bylaw with the exception of veterinary medical fees, including
vaccinations, which will be recovered at cost.
SURRENDER / DISPOSAL FEES
8.10
(a)
If the OWNER of any VICIOUS DOG or DANGEROUS DOG has requested
that the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER take possession of their DOG for the
purpose of having it destroyed or otherwise disposed of, on receipt of the
applicable fee set out in Schedule "B" of this Bylaw and of an executed
statement in the form specified in Schedule "A" of this Bylaw, the ANIMAL
CONTROL OFFICER may arrange for the humane destruction or disposal
of the DOG.
9.
ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES
9.1
(a)
This Bylaw may be enforced by a Police Officer, Bylaw Services Officer,
and Animal Control Officer. The issuance of a ticket or Bylaw Notice or
proceeding under the Offence Act does not preclude the City from
enforcement and remedy by other proceedings available to it by law.
9.2
(a)
The payment of a fine or other penalty imposed under this Bylaw does not
relieve a PERSON from paying amounts owing to the CITY under the Fees
and Charges Bylaw or any other bylaw in relation to the contravention or
offence.
9.3
(a)
Every PERSON who:
(i)
contravenes any provision of this Bylaw;
(ii)
causes, permits, suffers, or allows any act to be done in
contravention or violation of any provisions of this Bylaw; or
(iii)
neglects or fails to do anything required to be done by any
provisions of this Bylaw,
commits an offence and each day that the contravention is continued
shall constitute a separate offence.
9.2
(b)
A PERSON convicted of an offence or found guilty of a contravention of
an offence or found guilty of a contravention under this Bylaw is liable:
(i)
if proceedings are brought under the Offence Act, to pay a fine of
up to $10,000 and such other amounts as the Court may impose
in relation to the offence;
(ii)
if a ticket is issued under the Municipal Ticket Information System Bylaw,
to pay a fine to a maximum of $1,000.00; or
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(iii)
if a Bylaw Notice is issued under the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, to
pay a penalty to a maximum of $500.00 as authorized under the Local
Government Bylaw Notice Enforcement Act.
10.
RESPONSIBILITY
10.1
(a)
For the purposes of proceedings under this Bylaw, a PERSON shall be
deemed to be the OWNER or PERSON having care and control of an
ANIMAL, or PERSON otherwise responsible for any violation or
contravention of any provision of this Bylaw, in the absence of any evidence
to the contrary.
11.
SCHEDULES
11.1
Schedules "A" through "D" attached to this Bylaw form part of this Bylaw:
Schedule "A"
Application to Surrender for Destruction a VICIOUS DOG
or DANGEROUS DOG
Schedule "B"
Animal Control Bylaw Fees and Charges
Schedule "C"
Animal Control Bylaw Map and Location of OFF-LEASH
PARKS
Schedule "D"
Prohibited Areas
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12.
REPEAL
12.1
Animal Control Bylaw No. 3555, 2006 and all amendments are hereby repealed.
Read a first time this day of , 2016.
Read a second time this day of , 2016.
Read a third time this day of , 2016.
Adopted this day of , 2016.
Mayor
Director of Corporate Services
Animal Control Bylaw No. 3845, 2016 Schedule A
Application to Surrender for Destruction a
VICIOUS DOG or DANGEROUS DOG
Phone: (250) 489.9598 Facsimile: (250) 426-5670
1777 - 2nd Street North, Cranbrook, BC V1C 6L9
WWW.CRANBROOK.CA
THE CITY OF CRANBROOK
Bylaw Services
1.
I, ___________________________________________________________________________________ of
(Name of Owner)
________________________________________________, __________________________, __________
(Street Address)
(City)
(Province)
hereby apply to surrender the following DOG for destruction, pursuant to the City of Cranbrook Animal Control
Bylaw:
Breed:
Dog's Name:
Colour:
Sex:
Age:
2.
I am the OWNER of the above described DOG.
3.
I hereby acknowledge that I am aware and have been informed that the above-described DOG is:
(check appropriate designation of DOG)
a VICIOUS DOG within the meaning prescribed by the City of Cranbrook Animal Control Bylaw
a DANGEROUS DOG within the meaning prescribed by the City of Cranbrook Animal Control Bylaw or
Section 49 of the Community Charter.
and that I am aware of the responsibility and potential liability which rests with me in having owned, harboured
or kept such a DOG.
4.
In consideration of the surrender of such DOG by me, I hereby acknowledge, covenant and agree with the City
of Cranbrook that:
a) I surrender such DOG by my own free will to the custody of the CITY for destruction and acknowledge and
am aware that such DOG will be humanely destroyed under the supervision of the ANIMAL CONTROL
OFFICER and a licenced veterinarian until such DOG is dead and unable to sustain life.
b) I will save harmless and indemnify the City of Cranbrook, its ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER and any of its
officers, employees, agents or elected or appointed officials from and against any and all actions, causes
of action, proceedings, claims, demands, losses, damages, costs or expenses whatsoever and
whomsoever brought in any way arising from or caused by the surrender of such DOG to the City of
Cranbrook for destruction or for any and all actions, causes of action, proceedings, claims, demands,
losses, damages, costs or expenses whatsoever and whomsoever brought in any way arising from or
caused by the owning, keeping or harbouring of such DOG by me and, without limiting the generality of
the foregoing, for any personal injury or death inflicted on any other ANIMAL or any PERSON by such
DOG or any damage to property caused by such DOG.
5.
I submit herewith the sum of $ _________ in payment of all fees payable by me pursuant to Schedule "B" of
the City of Cranbrook Animal Control Bylaw and the City of Cranbrook Municipal Ticketing Information System
Bylaw.
________________________________________
_________________________________
Signature of OWNER
Signature of ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
Dated at Cranbrook, B.C. this _____________ day of _____________________________, 20_______.
This information is collected by the City of Cranbrook in accordance the Community Charter and is protected under the Freedom of Information
and Protection of Privacy Act. The information will be used to facilitate processing the application. Should you have any questions about the
collection of this personal information, please contact the City of Cranbrook, Municipal Clerk / FOI Coordinator at 250.426.4211.
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SCHEDULE B
ANIMAL CONTROL BYLAW FEES AND CHARGES
PART A - LICENCE FEES
Type of Licence
FEE
1.
VICIOUS DOG
$225.00
2.
Female and Male DOG:
(a)
NON-STERILIZED
(b)
STERILIZED
$60.00
$30.00
3.
Female and Male CAT:
(a) NON-STERILIZED
(b) STERILIZED
$30.00
$15.00
4.
WILD ANIMAL
$100.00
5.
Replacement of lost LICENCE tag
$10.00
PART B - IMPOUND FEES
1.
VICIOUS DOGS
(a) 1st IMPOUND whereby deemed vicious
(b)
1st subsequent IMPOUNDMENT
(c)
2nd subsequent IMPOUNDMENT
(d)
any additional IMPOUNDMENT
$ 200.00
$ 500.00
$1,000.00
$2,000.00
2.
DANGEROUS DOGS - per IMPOUNDMENT
$2,500.00
3.
DOGS, excluding VICIOUS DOGS or DANGEROUS DOGS:
STERILIZED
(a)
1st Offence (1 year period)
(b)
2nd Offence (1 year period)
(c)
3rd Offence (1 year period)
(d)
4th and each subsequent
NON-STERILIZED
(a)
1st Offence (1 year period)
(b)
2nd Offence (1 year period)
(c)
3rd Offence (1 year period)
(d)
4th and each subsequent
LICENCED
$25.00
$50.00
$100.00
$150.00
$40.00
$65.00
$115.00
$165.00
UNLICENCED
$50.00
$75.00
$125.00
$175.00
$65.00
$90.00
$140.00
$190.00
4. Pup (DOG under two (2) months of age)
$20.00
5. CATS
STERILIZED
(a)
1st Offence (1 year period)
(b)
2nd Offence (1 year period)
(c)
3rd Offence (1 year period)
(d)
4th and each subsequent
NON-STERILIZED
(a)
1st Offence (1 year period)
(b)
2nd Offence (1 year period)
LICENCED
$25.00
$50.00
$100.00
$150.00
$40.00
$65.00
UNLICENCED
$50.00
$75.00
$125.00
$175.00
$65.00
$90.00
Bylaw 4107, 2023
Adopted Feb 27, 2023
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PART C - BOARD FEES
(a) POULTRY and RODENTS
(b)
DOGS and CATS
(c)
Horses, cattle, donkeys, or any
other ANIMAL
$20.00/ day
$20.00/ day
At cost incurred by the CITY
PART D - VETERINARY MEDICAL FEES
For all ANIMALS shall be assessed as the cost incurred by the CITY for any care or treatment
deemed necessary by the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER for such ANIMAL.
PART E - CAT TRAPS
(a)
Loan for 48 hours duration or longer at
discretion of CITY
(b)
Deposit for use of trap, refunded upon
return of undamaged trap
(c)
Failure to return, damage or
destruction of trap
$20.00
$50.00
$200.00
PART F - VOLUNTARY SURRENDER / DISPOSAL FEES
(a)
VICIOUS DOG or DANGEROUS DOG
surrendered for destruction and
disposal
At cost incurred by the CITY
(c)
3rd Offence (1 year period)
(d)
4th and each subsequent
$115.00
$165.00
$140.00
$190.00
6.
POULTRY and RODENTS
$20.00
7.
Horses, cattle, donkeys, swine, sheep,
goats or any other large FARM
ANIMAL
$100.00
8.
WILD ANIMALS
At cost incurred by the CITY
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Adopted Feb 27, 2023
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SCHEDULE D
PROHIBITED AREAS
Except where otherwise permitted pursuant to this bylaw, or with written permission from the CITY, DOGS
are prohibited from:
1)
Dedicated sports fields and courts, including baseball diamonds and soccer fields:
(a)
Moir Centennial Athletic Park - all areas within the fenced ball diamonds, all soccer and
football playing surfaces
(b)
Lions Park - Mountain View - all soccer playing surfaces
(c)
Kinsmen Quad Ball Diamonds - all areas within the fenced ball diamonds
(d)
Confederation Park - all areas within the fenced ball diamonds
(e)
McKinnon Park Basketball courts
(f)
Gyro Park and Kinsmen Park tennis/pickleball courts
2)
Wading pools, water parks, splash pads:
(a)
Kinsmen Water Park - all non-grass areas
(b)
Rotary Park - Rotary Splash Pad
3)
Playgrounds:
ANIMALS are not permitted in and around the playground equipment at CITY parks, including but
not limited to the following CITY parks:
(a)
Moir Centennial Athletic Park - JCI Playground
(b)
Idlewild Park
(c)
Rotary McKinnon Park
(d)
Rotary Park
(e)
Gyro Park
(f)
27th Avenue Tot Lot
(g)
Pop Price
4)
ECOLOGICALLY SENSITIVE HABITAT when City Signs/Notices are posted.
Bylaw 3975, 2019
Adopted Nov 4, 2019