Dogs & animal control — Clearview, Ontario

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

In the Township of Clearview, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Canine Control By-law 21-84 (Clearview), verified 2026-10-23. Fines: Set fines: $205.00, $250.00, $305.00, $400.00. A licence is required. Leash rule: No dog on public property unless leashed and under control; no dog shall run at large.

Canine Control By-law 21-84 (Clearview) adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 3.1(a)
leash rule No dog on public property unless leashed and under control; no dog shall run at large. s. 4.3; s. 4.4
max animals 2 per property in settlement area; 4 outside settlement area unless valid kennel licence s. 4.1; s. 4.2
fine range Set fines: $205.00, $250.00, $305.00, $400.00 Schedule A
scout note

Clearview requires an annual dog licence and tag, with the fee set in the Fees and Charges By-law. Dogs may not run at large and must be leashed on public property. Limit 2 dogs per property in settlement areas, 4 elsewhere; more needs a kennel licence. Dangerous dogs must be muzzled off the owner's property. Set fines $250-$400.

Animal Licensing (Clearview)

Dog licence required for dogs over 12 weeks; online via DocuPet or in person; kennel and backyard chicken licences.

By-laws & Policies index (Clearview)

By-law index.

Machine-readable: animal-control.json · Official website: https://www.clearview.ca/ · Last verified 2026-10-23 · Dogs & animal control across Ontario · Dogs & animal control in other municipalities