Dogs & animal control — Taylor, British Columbia

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

District Municipality of Taylor has 2 adopted bylaws on file, verified against the original documents on 2026-06-08.

Backyard Hen and Bee Keeping Bylaw 872-2023 adopted bylaw
max animals 6 hens; 2 colonies s. 3 Definitions
fine range $50; $100; $150; $200; $250 Schedule A
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Taylor Backyard Hen and Bee Keeping Bylaw 872 (2023) permitting and regulating backyard chickens and bee hives within residential properties.

Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 871-2023 adopted bylaw
licence required True s. 5.1
leash rule Dogs must be leashed and under immediate control of a competent person on highways, parks, or public places. s. 3 Def. RUN AT LARGE; s. 6.2(a)
max animals three (3) dogs and/or three (3) cats s. 4.1
fine range $100 early payment to $750 late payment Schedule A
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Taylor Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 871 (2023) regulating licensing, leashing, and control of pets including dogs within the district.

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