Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Township of Manitouwadge, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by By-law 2019-17 Animal Control / Registration of Dogs and Cats, verified 2026-10-26. A licence is required. Leash rule: No owner shall permit a dog or cat to be at large; off premises, on leash not more than two (2) meters. Max animals: Six (6) dogs; six (6) cats; or a total combined number of six (6) dogs, cats or animals; six (6) or more dogs over twelve (12) weeks require a Kennel Permit.
By-law 2019-17 Animal Control / Registration of Dogs and Cats
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 3.2
leash rule
No owner shall permit a dog or cat to be at large; off premises, on leash not more than two (2) meters.
s. 4.3; s. 4.3(3)
max animals
Six (6) dogs; six (6) cats; or a total combined number of six (6) dogs, cats or animals; six (6) or more dogs over twelve (12) weeks require a Kennel Permit.
s. 4.2; s. 10.4
scout note
Regulates keeping of animals and requires registration of dogs and cats; at-large and leash rules (leash max 2 m), aggressive dog rules, limit of six of any combination of animals in municipality; impound provisions. Fees on web page.
By-laws page
By-law index linking Animal Control Bylaw.
Dog & Cat Licensing page
Dogs and cats licensed annually under Bylaw 2019-17; spayed/neutered $15.45, not $30.90; microchipped pets pay once.