Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Grand Valley, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Dog Control By-law 2014-46 (consolidated, amended by By-law 2022-10), verified 2026-10-26. Fines: $50.00; $100.00; $150.00; $200.00; $250.00; $350.00; $400.00; $500.00. A licence is required. Leash rule: No Owner shall allow a Dog to run At Large in the Municipality.
Dog Control By-law 2014-46 (consolidated, amended by By-law 2022-10)
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 6.2
leash rule
No Owner shall allow a Dog to run At Large in the Municipality.
Grand Valley requires every dog to be licensed. Dogs may not run at large and can be impounded. Limit 2 dogs per dwelling unit unless the land is zoned agricultural or is 25+ acres; above that a kennel licence is needed. Potentially dangerous and dangerous dogs face muzzle and confinement orders.
Animal Services (Town of Grand Valley)
Dog control contracted to Municipal Support Services; dog licence required under Dog Control By-law.