| licence required | True | s. 5(1) |
| leash rule | Dog must not run at large; running at large = off owner's property without a leash, on a leash not held by a person, or on a leash not under control | s. 2(v); s. 11(1)(a) |
| fine range | Owning unlicensed dog $100-$5,000; most offences $200-$5,000; animal attack $300-$5,000; dangerous-dog attack $600-$5,000 | Schedule 2 |
scout note
Governs licensing, leashing, running at large, and responsible ownership of dogs and other animals across HRM. Done and passed in Council Nov 10, 2015 (effective Nov 28, 2015); amended 2016 and 2020.