| leash rule | Pets, including cats, must always be on a leash when off the owner's property; dogs must be leashed in all parks except leash-free dog parks. | "must always be on a leash when off the owner's property" |
| max animals | more than three dogs and three unaltered cats without a special permit | "No person shall keep more than three dogs and three unaltered cats on a property without a special permit" |
| fine range | a fine up to $5,000 | "is liable to a fine up to $5,000" |
scout note
Official animal services page identifies the Responsible Pet Owners bylaw among animal-related bylaws enforced by Clarington Animal Services.