Dogs & animal control — Argyle, Nova Scotia

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

District municipality of Argyle has 2 adopted bylaws on file, verified against the original documents on 2026-06-05.

By-Law #11: Animals adopted bylaw
leash rule Owner/harbourer of any domestic animal who does not prevent it from going at large is liable to a penalty s. 3
fine range Not under $25.00 and not exceeding $250.00; up to 2 months imprisonment in default s. 13
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Regulates animals within the Municipality of the District of Argyle.

By-Law #12A: Dogs adopted bylaw
licence required True s. 3(1)
licence fee $20; $10 neutered/spayed; $5 neutered/spayed with microchip or tattoo Schedule A Annual Registration Fees
leash rule Off owner's premises, dog must be on leash or harness under continuous restraint and control of a person; tethered dog able to leave property = at large s. 7(1)-(3)
fine range Penalties per Schedule B, e.g. $100 (feces/barking), $150 at large unlicensed, $500 fierce/dangerous; doubled/tripled for repeat within 12 months s. 13; Schedule B
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Regulates dog ownership, licensing, and control in the Municipality of the District of Argyle.

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