Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the District Municipality of Langley, British Columbia, dogs & animal control rules are set by Township of Langley Animal Control Bylaw No. 6140, verified 2026-10-26. Fines: not less than $100.00 and not more than $10,000.00. A licence is required. Leash rule: Dog on highway/public space must be under control and on Leash or in Off-Leash Area.
Township of Langley Animal Control Bylaw No. 6140
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 3.1
leash rule
Dog on highway/public space must be under control and on Leash or in Off-Leash Area.
s. 6.1(d)
max animals
3 Dogs over 4 months
s. 6.6
fine range
not less than $100.00 and not more than $10,000.00
s. 10.1
scout note
Part 3 requires licence tags for dogs over four months. Section 6.1 requires dogs in public places to be controlled and leashed unless in a designated off-leash area. Parts 4–5 impose additional dangerous- and aggressive-dog controls.