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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MANITOUWADGE
BY-LAW NO. 2019-Jl.
Being a By-Law to Regulate the Keeping of Animals and the
Registration of Dogs and Cats within the Township of Manitouwadge
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Manitouwadge
deems it necessary and expedient to pass a By-law to regulate the keeping of
animals and the registration of dogs and cats within the Township of
Manitouwadge;
AND WHEREAS Section 8(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as
amended, provides that the powers of a municipality shall be interpreted broadly
to enable it to govern its affairs as it considers appropriate and to enhance the
municipality's ability to respond to municipal issues;
AND WHEREAS Section 9 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as
amended, provides that a municipality has the capacity, rights, powers and
privileges of a natural person for the purpose of exercising its authority under this
or any other Act;
AND WHEREAS Section 1 0( 1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001 , c.25, as
amended, provides that a single-tier municipality may provide any service or thing
that the municipality considers necessary or desirable for the public;
AND WHEREAS Section 10(2)(6) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as
amended, provides that a municipality may pass by-laws with respect to matters of
health, safety and well-being of persons;
AND WHEREAS Section 10(2)(9) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as
amended, provides that a municipality may pass by-laws respecting animals;
AND WHEREAS Section 103(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as
amended, provides that if a municipality passes a by-law regulating or prohibiting
with respect to the being at large or trespassing of an animal, it may provide for;
(a)
the seizure and impounding of animals being at large or trespassing
contrary to the by-law; and
(b)
the sale of impounded animals;
(i)
if they are not claimed within a reasonable time;
(ii)
if the expenses of the municipality respecting the impounding
of animals are not paid; or
(iii)
at such time and in such manner as provided in the by-law.
AND WHEREAS Section 425(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as
amended, provides that a municipality may pass by-laws providing that a person
who contravenes a by-law of the municipality passed under the Act is guilty of an
offence;
AND WHEREAS Section 429(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as
amended, provides that a municipality may establish a system of fines for offences
under a by-law of the municipality passed under the Act;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Township of
Manitouwadge hereby enacts as follows:
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ANIMAL CONTROL BY-LAW
PART1
GENERAL PROVISIONS
SECTION
1.1
Short Title
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This By-law shall be cited as the "Animal Control By-Law".
1.2
Scope
The provision of this By-law shall apply to all property within the
geographic limits of the Municipality, except where otherwise provided.
1.3
Enforcement
This By-law may be enforced by a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, or a
Police Officer.
1.4
Obstruction
No person shall hinder or obstruct, or attempt to obstruct any person
exercising a power or performing a duty under this By-law. Municipal Act
2001, c.25, s.426(1), as amended.
1.5
Severability / Conflicts
If any section, subsection, part or parts of this By-law is declared by any
court of law to be invalid, illegal or beyond one's legal authority, such
section, subsection, part or parts shall be deemed to be severable and all
parts hereof are declared to be separate and independent and enacted as
such.
1.6
Nothing in this By-law relieves any person from complying with any
provision of any Federal or Provincial Legislation or any other By-law of
the Municipality.
1.7
Where a provision of this By-law conflicts with a provision of another
By-law in force in the Municipality or any Provincial or Federal Legislation,
the provision that establishes the higher standard to protect the health,
safety and welfare of the general public shall prevail.
1.8
The Clerk of the Corporation of the Township of Manitouwadge is
authorized to make minor modifications or corrections of a grammatical or
typographical nature to the By-law and schedules after the passage of this
By-law where such modifications or corrections do not alter the intent of
the By-law.
1.9
Interpretation
In this By-law
1.9(1) Unless specifically modified or changed herein, words or expressions used
by this By-law have the same meaning as given or used in the Dog Owners'
Liability Act, R.S.0. 1990, c. D.16, as amended;
(2) "may'' shall be construed as permissive;
(3) "shall" shall be construed as imperative;
(4) "Includes": the words - "include - includes - including and included" are not
to be interpreted as restricting or modifying the words or phrases which
precede them;
(5) Whenever this By-law refers to a person or thing with reference to gender
or the gender neutral, the intention is to read the By-law with the gender
applicable to the circumstances;
(6) References to items in the plural include the singular, as applicable;
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(7) Headings are inserted for ease of reference only and are not to be used as
interpretation aids;
(8) Specific references to laws in the By-law are printed in italic font and are
meant to refer to the current laws applicable with the Province of Ontario at
the time the By-law was enacted, as they are amended or replaced from
time to time;
(9) Whenever certain hours are specified in this By-Law or its Schedules, they
shall mean Standard Time or Daylight-Saving Time, whichever is then in
effect at the time in the Municipality of Manitouwadge.
(10) The Schedules referred to in this By-law form an integral part of it.
PART2
DEFINITIONS
Definitions of words, phrases and terms used in this By-law that are not included
in the list of definitions in this section shall have the meaning which are commonly
assigned to them in the context in which they are used in this By-law.
The words, phrases and terms used in this section have the following meaning for
the purpose of this By-law.
SECTION
2.1
"Aggressive Dog" means a dog which, in the opinion of the Municipal Law
Enforcement Officer, has demonstrated excessive and /or unprovoked
aggression, or is of a threatening disposition;
2.2
"Animal'' means a member of the animal kingdom, other than a
human, not covered by the Wildlife Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c.41;
2.3
"Animal Control Officer" means the person or persons duly
appointed by Council as Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for the
purpose of enforcing the Municipality's Animal Control By-Law;
2.4
"Animal Prohibited Area" means those areas listed in Schedule "A"
attached to and forming part of this By-law where dogs, cats and animals
are not permitted;
2.5
"At Large" means a dog, cat or animal being in a place other than a
property owned or occupied by its owner and not under the effective
control of a responsible person acting on behalf of the owner and, in
the case of a hen means being outside a coop or hen run;
2.6
"Building Code Act" means the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, c.23,
as amended;
2. 7
"Breeder" means a person other than a person who operates a kennel
who breeds dogs, cats or rabbits;
2.8
"Cat" means a male or female feline of any breed of domesticated cat
or crossbreed of domesticated cat;
2.9
"Cat Tag" means a cat tag issued pursuant to this By-law;
2.10 "Control" includes care and custody;
2.11
"Coop" means a fully enclosed weatherproof building where hens are
kept and which the interior of includes nest boxes for egg laying,
perches for the hens to sleep on and food and water containers;
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2.12 "Councir' means the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the
Township of Manitouwadge;
2.13 "Dog" means a male or female of the domesticated canine species;
2.14 "Dog Owners' Liability Act" means the Dog Owners' Liability Act,
R.S.O. 1990, c. D.16, as amended;
2.15 "Dog Tag' means a dog tag issued pursuant to this By-law;
2.16 "Dwelling Unit" means a suite operated as a housekeeping unit, used
or intended to be used as a domicile by one or more persons and
usually containing cooking, eating, living, sleeping, and sanitary
facilities;
2.17 "Effective Control" means to be in the care and custody of a
Responsible Person;
2.18 "Feed(s) / Feeding" means the regular or intermittent supply of food;
2.19 "Guard Dog" means a dog trained to guard property from any
intruder that ventures into the area where the dog is kept;
2.20 "Harbour" means living with, having care and control of, feeding,
leaving food in a manner that is likely to attract a dog, cat or animal to
a property, and shall also specifically include a situation in which any
person provides food to any dog, cat or animal whether domesticated
or feral;
2.21
"Hen" means a domesticated female chicken that is at least sixteen
weeks old;
2.22 "Hen Run" means a covered secure enclosure that allows hens' access
to outdoors;
2.23
11Keep(s) / Keeping" means to own, keep, harbour, maintain or feed a
cat, dog, or animal;
2.24 "Kennel" means the premises other than a pet store, veterinary
hospital or clinic, animal shelter or property that is operating a
legitimate fostering program for dogs, cats, or animals under the
authority of a society, in which the predominant activity consists of:
breeding dogs, cats or animals, and/or, raising dogs, cats or animals,
boarding dogs, cats or animals, and / or, harbouring more than the
maximum allowable number of dogs, cats or animals;
2.25
"Kennel Licence" means a permit granted by the Clerk to operate a
kennel;
2.26 "Leash" means a restraining device, by which a dog, cat or other
animal is held in check;
2.27 "Leashed" shall mean restrained by a leash securely attached to the
dog or cat and a person or object;
2.28 "Lot Line" means the boundary line between adjoining properties and
or the boundary line between a property and a highway, laneway,
municipal sidewalk or municipal road allowance;
2.29 "Maintain" means to carry out repairs to any part or parts of a fence
or structure, retention equipment, muzzling device, or other such
equipment necessary so it can properly perform its intended function;
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2.30 "Microchip" means an approved "Canadian Standard" encoded
identification device implanted into a dog or cat which contains a
unique code that permits or facilitates access to owner information,
including the name and address of the owner, which is stored in a
central data base;
2.31
"Municipality" means the same as the "Township of Manitouwadge";
2.32 "Municipal Law Enforcement Officer" means a duly authorized person
appointed by the Council of the Township of Manitouwadge to enforce the
By-laws of the Municipality and that Municipal Law Enforcement Officers
are Peace Officers for the purpose of enforcing Municipal By-laws;
2.33 "Municipal Property" means any land situated within the Municipality
which is owned by the Municipality or controlled by the Municipality by
lease or otherwise, but does not included a highway;
2.34 "Muzzle" means a humane fastening or covering device over the
mouth of a dog and of sufficient strength to prevent the dog from
biting;
2.35
11Noise(s)" means unwanted sound;
2.36 "Number of Animals" means the total numbers of combined animals
that can be possessed in a dwelling and/or premises is six (6):
2.37 "Owner" when used in relation to a dog or cat, or animal, includes a
person who possesses or harbours the dog or cat, or animal where the
owner is a minor, the person responsible for the custody of the minor
and "own' has a corresponding meaning;
2.38
11Person" means an individual, firm or corporation;
2.39 "Police Dog" means a dog trained to aid law enforcement officers and
used by such officers in the execution of their duties;
2.40 "Police Officer" means a member of the Ontario Provincial Police
Service;
2.41
"Pound" means premises that are used for the detention, maintenance
or disposal of dogs or cats that have been impounded pursuant to this
By-law or the Dogs Owners' Liability Act,
2.42 "Pound Act" means the Pound Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.17, as amended;
2.43 "Private Property" means property which is privately owned and is
not Municipal Property:
2.44 "Premises" means the entire lot on which a single dwelling unit
building or a multi-dwelling unit building is situated;
2.45 "Prescribed Bird" means a bird permitted in Section 7 of Schedule "A";
2.46 "Provincial Offences Act" means the Provincial Offences Act,
R.S.O. 1990, c. P.33, as amended;
2.47 "Public Property" includes all lands owned by the Municipality, any
local boards, any corporations owned or control by the Municipality
and includes all Crown Lands;
2.48 "Receptionist" means the Receptionist / Cashier employee of the
Township of Manitouwadge front service counter;
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2.49 "Responsible Person" means a person having the strength and capacity
to securely control a dog so as not to permit or allow unwanted contact
with another person, dog, cat or animal;
2.50 "Run/Running at Large" means to be found in any place other than
the premises of the owner of the dog, cat or animal and not under the
control of a person in such a manner as to prevent escape;
2.51
"Service Animal" means any animal used by a person with a disability
for reasons relating to the disability where it is readily apparent that
the animal is used by the person for reasons relating to his or her
disability; or where the person provides a letter from a physician or
nurse confirming that he or she requires the animal for reasons relating
to his or her disability; or a valid identification card signed by the
Attorney General of Canada or a certificate of training from a
recognized guide dog service animal training school;
2.52 "Suite" means a single room or series of rooms of complementary use,
operated under a single tenancy, and includes dwelling units,
individual guest rooms in motels, hotels, boarding houses, rooming
house and dormitories;
2.53 "Tag" in reference to a dog means a dog tag and in reference to a cat
means a cat tag;
2.54 "Tattoo" means a permanent ink marking for identification purposes;
2.55 "Township of Manitouwadge" means The Corporation of the
Township of Manitouwadge;
2.56 "Veterinarian" means a person registered or licenced under the
Veterinarian Act,
2.57 "Veterinarian Act" means the Veterinarian Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. V.3,
as amended;
2.58 "Vicious Cat" means a cat that has attacked or bitten a person, dog,
cat or animal as determined by the Animal Control Officer in
accordance with Section 5.1 herein;
2.59 "Vicious Dog" means a dog that has attacked or bitten a person, dog,
cat or animal as determined by the Animal Control Officer in
accordance with Section 5.1 herein;
2.60 "Zoning By-law" means all current by-laws and amendments thereto
and any subsequent by-laws which may be enacted in substitution
therefore under the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, with respect to land
use within the Municipality.
SECTION
3.1
Receptionist
PART3
REGISTRATION OF CATS AND DOGS
The Receptionist is responsible for the issuance of tags.
3.2
Requirement to Register
Except as provided to the contrary in this By-law, every owner of a
dog or cat shall register the dog or cat with the Receptionist on or
before January 1st in each year that he or she is the owner of that dog
or cat.
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3.2(1) Every person who becomes the owner of a dog or cat after January 1st
in any year, shall register the dog or cat with the Receptionist within 7
days of becoming the owner of the dog or cat and on or before January
1st in each year thereafter.
3.2(2) Notwithstanding Section 3.2 and 3.2.1, every person who becomes the
owner of a dog or cat that has been visibly tattooed or implanted with a
microchip shall register the dog or cat with the Receptionist within 7
days of becoming the owner of a dog or cat.
3.2(3) Notwithstanding Sections 3.2, 3.2.1 and 3.2.2, no person needs to
register a dog or cat before the dog or cat reaches the age of twelve
(12) weeks. The onus of proof of the age of the dog or cat shall rest
with the owner.
3.2(4) The registration of a dog or cat shall expire upon the earliest of:
a)
the transfer of ownership of the dog or cat for which it was issued;
b)
the death of the dog or cat for which it was issued; or
c)
December 31st of the year in which it was issued except for a dog
or cat that has been visibly tattooed or implanted with a microchip.
3.3
Registration Process
Every person who applies to the Receptionist to register a dog or cat
shall:
a)
provide the name, physical and mailing address, and telephone
number of the owner of the dog or cat;
b)
provide the name of the dog or cat;
c)
provide a description of the dog or cat;
d)
disclose whether or not the dog or cat has a microchip implanted or
has been tattooed;
e)
disclose if the animal is a Service Animal;
f)
proof of spay or neuter;
g)
shall ensure that the dog or cat has current anti-rabies vaccine;
h)
shall produce a Certificate of Proof issued by a qualified
veterinarian attesting to an up-to-date anti-rabies vaccine if
requested to do so by the Receptionist; and
i)
pay the required registration fee as determined by the Township of
Manitouwadge Services and Charges By-Law, amended from time
to time.
3.3(1) At the Municipal Law Enforcement Officer's discretion a partial or complete
refund of the registration fee may be issued if the Municipal Law
Enforcement Officer is satisfied that the refund is being requested for a
legitimate reason.
3.3(2) All information collected under Section 3.3 for the purpose of animal
control licensing and enforcement shall not be re-purposed without
consent.
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3.4
Issuance of Tag
Upon the applicant providing all information and documentation required by
the Receptionist, and paying the appropriate registration fee, the
Receptionist shall register the dog or cat and shall issue to the applicant a
dog tag or a cat tag as the case may be, which bears a unique serial
number. shows the year of issue and such other information as may be
determined by the Receptionist. If the dog or cat is chipped or tattooed.
proof of chip or tattoo must be provided along with the identification
number. This information will serve as your Municipal registration and a tag
will not be provided. An information sheet will be provided upon registration
outlining key items to remember.
3.4(1) Every owner of a registered dog or cat shall advise the Receptionist in
writing within 7 days thereafter, of:
a)
change of address or phone number of the owner of the dog or cat;
b)
sale or other transfer of ownership of the dog or cat; or
c)
the death of the dog or cat.
Notice of these changes can be provided on the Notice of Change form
available on the Municipal website or in writing to the attention of the
Receptionist.
3.4(2) The Receptionist shall have the right to cancel the registration of a dog
or cat in the event that the registration fee is not paid in full, through
error, as a result of a cheque being returned marked 'Not Sufficient
Funds', a credit card charge being refused or for any other reason.
3.4(3) Every tag issued by the Receptionist remains the property of the
Municipality and in the event the registration of the dog or cat is
cancelled by the Receptionist, the tag shall be surrendered to the
Receptionist.
3.5
Replacement Tag
The Receptionist shall issue a replacement dog or cat tag to the owner
of a registered dog or cat upon:
a)
application of the owner;
b)
evidence satisfactory to the Receptionist that the tag was lost or
damaged; and
c)
payment of the prescribed replacement tag fee.
3.6
Receptionist's Records
The Receptionist shall maintain records of all dog tags, and
replacement tags issued by the Receptionist in each calendar year and
shall update such records as additional information is received
pursuant to Section 3.4(1 ).
3.6(1) The records under Section 3.6 shall include:
a)
the name, physical and mailing address and phone number of the
owner of the dog or cat;
b)
name of the animal;
c)
a description of the dog or cat;
d)
the particulars of any tattoo or microchip implanted in the dog or
cat;
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the serial number of the dog or cat tag issued for that dog or cat;
f)
the fee paid;
g)
if the animal is a Service Animal;
h)
if the dog or cat is spayed or neutered;
i)
the particulars of any evidence provided in support of a fee
reduction; and
j)
other information as the Receptionist. in his or her sole discretion.
determines to be necessary.
PART4
REGULATIONS- DOG, CAT AND ANIMAL
SECTION
4.1
Dog and Cat to Wear Tag
Every owner of a dog and every owner of a cat shall keep the tag
securely fixed on the dog or cat for which the tag was issued, at all
times during the year of issue.
4.1 (1) Notwithstanding Section 4.1 1 an owner needs not to keep the tag on his
or her dog or cat:
a)
while the dog or cat is within the dwelling unit of its owner;
b)
in the case of a dog. while the dog is being lawfully used for hunting
in the bush. and the tag is produced upon request of an Animal
Control Officer; or
c)
where a veterinarian has determined it is necessary to remove the
tag for medical treatment of that dog or cat; or
d)
if the dog or cat is registered with the Municipality and has been
visibly tattooed or implanted with a microchip.
4.1 (2) No person shall remove a tag from a dog or cat without the consent of
the owner thereof.
4.1 (3) No person shall attach a tag to a dog or cat other than the dog or cat for
which it was issued.
4.2
Number of Dogs, Cats and Animals
No person shall keep or permit in or about any dwelling unit or
premises more than;
a)
Six (6) dogs; or
b)
Six (6) cats; or
c)
a total combined number of six (6) dogs, cats or animals.
4.2(1) Notwithstanding Section 4.2, no person shall temporarily keep or permit in
or about a dwelling unit or premises for a continuous period exceeding
seventy-two (72) hours more than:
a)
a maximum of eight (8) dogs; or
b)
a maximum of eight (8) cats; or
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a combined number of eight (8) dogs, cats and animals.
4.3
At Large
No owner of a dog or cat shall cause, allow or permit a dog or cat, he or
she owns, to be at large within the Municipality.
4.3(1) No owner shall permit a dog or cat to run at large that is not within the
dwelling unit on the premises of its owner or on private property
without the consent of the owner of that private property.
4.3(2) No owner shall permit a dog or cat to be at large that is not under the
effective control of a responsible person.
4.3(3) When not within the dwelling unit or on the premises of its owner or
on private property with the consent of the owner of that private
property, every owner shall ensure that all dogs and cats are:
a)
on a leash;
b)
on a leash of not more than two (2) meters in length;
c)
on a leash held under the effective control of a responsible person.
4.4
Owner Not to Permit Trespass
No owner shall allow or permit his or her dog or cat to trespass on
private property whether on a leash or not.
4.4(1) No owner shall cause or permit his or her dog to become a public
nuisance by:
a)
persistently barking or howling;
b)
damaging public or private property;
c)
scattering garbage or interfering with waste management activities;
d)
persistently barking at or chasing persons, vehicles or domestic
animals;
e)
swimming at a public beach, swimming or wading pool; or
f)
being in a public park or recreational area and not under the control
of its owner.
4.5
Required to Stoop and Scoop
Every owner or person who keeps a dog or cat or animal shall
forthwith remove and dispose of excrement left by the dog or cat or
animal on any public property or private property without the consent
of the owner of the property.
4.5(1) Notwithstanding Section 4.5 this requirement shall not apply to a
Service Animal.
4.6
Owner Not to Permit Noise
No person or owner shall permit any noise made by any dog, cat, bird,
or any other animal kept or used for any purpose, which is likely to
disturb the peace or comfort of any individual in any location beyond
the Lot Line of the property on which such dog, cat, bird or other animal
is located.
4.7
Animal Prohibited Area
No person shall bring any dog, cat or animal into an Animal Prohibited
Area as listed in Schedule "A".
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4.7(1) Notwithstanding Section 4.7 this requirement shall not apply to a
Service Animal.
4.8
No Person to Harbour
No person shall keep or harbour any dog, cat, or animal in a manner
that adversely impacts neighbouring properties or residents whether
through offensive odours, noise likely to disturb inhabitants, running at
large of dog(s), cat(s) or animal(s), accumulation of feces or otherwise.
4.8(1) No person shall keep or harbour any dog, cat or animal in a manner
that adversely impacts the health or well-being of the dog, cat or
animal.
4.9
Circumstances that may adversely impact the well-being of a dog, cat
or animal include, but are not limited to:
a)
unsanitary conditions;
b)
neglect;
c)
overcrowding;
d)
inadequate feeding;
e)
inadequate medical attention.
Guard Dogs
No owner shall keep a guard dog on any property unless the owner of
the guard dog or the owner or occupant of the property places and
maintains a sign in a prominent place on the property that reads:
"Beware Guard Dog".
PARTS
VICIOUS
SECTION
5.1
No Owner Shall Permit Attack
No owner shall permit his or her dog, cat or animal to attack or to bite
a person, dog, cat, or animal.
5.1(1) Where the Municipal law Enforcement Officer is informed upon receipt of a
complaint, and is satisfied that a dog, cat or animal has attacked or bitten a
person or animal or has been threatening or aggressive towards a person
or animal without being provoked, and has further been provided with
satisfactory evidence as to the name and address of the owner of the dog,
cat or animal the Municipal Law Enforcement Officer shall serve notice on
the owner of the dog, cat or animal that the dog, cat or animal is deemed to
be vicious dog, cat or animal and requiring the owner to comply with any or
all of the requirements set out in Sections 5.1.3 and 5.1.4. Every person
who receives such an order shall comply.
5.1 (2) Service of notice that a dog, cat or animal has been deemed a vicious
dog, cat or animal may be effected on the person who shows in the
Municipality's records as the owner of the dog, cat or animal, or where
the dog, cat or animal does not appear to be registered pursuant to this
By-law, on such other person who appears to be the owner of the dog,
cat or animal. Service may be effected by personal service, by
registered mail, or by posting up in a conspicuous place at the address
shown in the records of the Municipality as the address for the owner
of the dog, cat or animal, or where the dog, cat or animal is not
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registered under this By-law, at such address as appears to be the
address of the owner of the dog, cat or animal.
Service of the notice shall be effective upon the date that personal
service is effected or where served by registered mail or by posting,
shall be deemed effective on the fifth day after mailing or posting as
the case may be.
5.1 (3) Every owner of a vicious dog, cat or animal shall at all times when the
vicious dog, cat or animal is not in the owner's dwelling unit, but
otherwise within the boundaries of the owner's premises, ensure that:
a)
the vicious dog, cat or animal is muzzled so as to prevent it from
biting a person or animal;
b)
the vicious dog, cat or animal is securely leashed on a leash which
does not allow it to go beyond the Lot Line of the owner's lands; or
c)
the vicious dog, cat or animal is confined within a secured structure
in a good state of repair so as to prevent escape;
d)
a warning sign stating "Beware of Dog" is posted in a conspicuous
place so as to be visible from the road.
5.1(4) Every owner of a vicious dog, cat or animal shall at all times when the
vicious dog, cat or animal is not within the boundaries of the owner's
premises:
a)
keep the vicious dog, cat or animal under effective control of a
responsible person on a leash held by the person; and
b)
keep the vicious dog, cat or animal muzzled.
5.1 (5) Every owner of a vicious dog, cat or animal shall notify the Receptionist
within two (2) working days of any change in ownership or residence
of the vicious dog, cat or animal and provide the Receptionist with the
new address and telephone number of the owner.
5.1 (6) Where the owner of a vicious dog, cat or animal is informed that his
dog, cat or animal has been deemed to be a vicious dog, cat or animal,
the owner may, within 14 days of such notice request in writing a
hearing by Council or committee established for that purpose and
Council may exempt the owner from the muzzling or leashing
requirement, or both such requirements or may modify the
conditions for muzzling or leashing.
5.1 (7) The notification that a dog, cat or animal is a vicious dog, cat or
animal is effective from the date it is served, even if a hearing before
Council is requested by the owner of the dog, cat or animal affected.
PARTS
SEIZE AND IMPOUND
SECTION
6.1
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer May Seize
The Municipal Law Enforcement Officer or a Police Officer may seize and
impound any dog, cat or animal found at large.
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6.1 (1) A Municipal Law Enforcement Officer may enter on any private
property without the consent of the owner of the property, for the
purpose of discharging the duties imposed by this By-law and to
enforce its provisions, without a search warrant, provide he or she is in
active pursuit of a dog, cat or animal.
6.1 (2) In no instance shall a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer enter into a
dwelling unit or other building situated on private property without a
Search Warrant authorizing such entry or with the consent of the
owner.
6.1 (3) Any dog, cat or animal seized by a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
under this By-law shall be impounded for 3 days from the time of its
impoundment, exclusive of the day on which the dog, cat or animal
was impounded, and days on which the pound facility is closed.
6.1(4) Any dog, cat or animal at large contrary to the provisions of this
By-law which in the opinion of the Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
appears to be vicious or rabid and to be a threat to the safety of the
community, and which cannot be captured by the Municipal Law
Enforcement Officer, may be killed by the Municipal Law
Enforcement Officer or other duly appointed officer. The owner of the
dog, cat or animal shall not be entitled to damages or compensation on
account of its kiUing.
6.1 (5) Notwithstanding Section 6.1.3, where in the opinion of the Municipal
Law Enforcement Officer, a dog, cat or animal seized under Section
6.1 is injured or should be destroyed without delay for humane reasons
or for reason of safety to persons, dogs, cats or animals, the Municipal
Enforcement Officer may kill the dog, cat or animal in a humane
manner as soon after seizure as he or she thinks fit without permitting
any person to reclaim the dog, cat or animal and without offering it for sale
and no person shall be entitled to recover damages or compensation on
account of its kitling.
6.1 (6) Any person may capture any dog, cat or animal at large and
trespassing on his or her property and, upon doing so, shall report
capture of the dog, cat or animal to the Municipal Law Enforcement
Officer who may impound the dog, cat or animal or provide other
directions to the person.
6.1 (7) During the impoundment period referred to in Section 6.1.3, the owner
of the dog, cat or animal shall be entitled to redeem the dog, cat or
animal upon:
a)
payment of the impound fees and the board fees in the amount as
set out in the Township's Services and Charges By-law, amended
from time to time;
b)
payment of any veterinarian fees incurred for the well-being of the
dog, cat or animal;
c)
registering the dog or cat in accordance with this By-law if there is
no evidence the dog or cat is already registered. When registration is
completed as per this requirement, the registration fee is in
accordance with the Township's Services and Charges By-Law,
amended from time to time.
6.1(8) If the dog, cat or animal is not redeemed within the time frame
specified in Subsection 6.1.3, the Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
may dispose of the dog, cat or animal as he or she sees fit without
liability to any person for the disposition of the dog, cat or animal or
the manner thereof.
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6.2
Trap Regulations
Any person who seizes a dog, cat or animal seized in accordance with
Section 6.1.6 shall ensure that the animal is:
a)
trapped in a humane manner;
b)
not kept in a trap for more than 24 hours;
c)
protected from the elements while in a trap.
6.2(1) In no circumstances shall a person use any trap that causes or may
cause injury, pain or suffering to an animal. Without limiting the
generality of the foregoing, no person shall set a trap within the
Municipality:
a)
Which is greater than 32" by 12" by 12" in size;
b)
No person shall use a killer trap, leg-hold trap, body gripping trap or
a snare.
6.2(2) Notwithstanding Section 6.2 and 6.2.1 shall not apply to the trapping
of an animal where the animal is trapped by a person who is licenced
with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry or is otherwise
authorized by law to trap the animal, and the trapping is conducted in
accordance with applicable legislations.
SECTION
PART7
REGULATIONS - PRESCRIBED BIRDS
7.1
Household Birds
A person may keep in a dwelling unit or on a premises within the
Municipality, not more than a total of six (6) of any combination of:
domestic cardinals, finches, budgies, bulbuls, canaries, tanagers,
amazons, cockatoos, conures, macaws, parakeets, cockatiels, lorikeets,
touracos, toucans, orioles, mynahs, magpies, barbets, pied
hombills, or cock-of-the-rocks, provided same are housed and kept in
an escape-proof enclosure.
7.2
Pigeon Keepers
No person shall keep pigeons anywhere within the Municipality unless
he or she has first obtained a Pigeon Loft Permit.
7.2(1) Every person who holds a Pigeon Loft Permit may keep not more than
6 pigeons in a dwelling unit or on premises within the Municipality
provided such person ensures that the pigeons are confined in a pigeon
loft, and pigeons are not permitted to escape from or leave the pigeon
loft at any time.
7.2(2) Every person who holds a Pigeon Loft Permit shall allow, at any
reasonable time, a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, a Peace
Officer or other authorized employee of the Municipality to inspect the
property, other than any room or place used as a dwelling, to
determine whether all requirements of this By-law are being complied
with.
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7.3
Pigeon Loft Construction Requirements
Any building which is erected, used or maintained as a pigeon loft for
the housing of pigeons must:
a)
have interior walls which are smoothly finished and painted;
b)
be constructed in such a way as to be rodent proof; with a floor at
least one-half meter (0.5) above ground level;
c)
be constructed in such a manner as to prevent the escape of the
pigeons.
7.4
Pigeon Loft Maintenance Requirements
Any building which is erected, used or maintained as a pigeon loft for
the housing of pigeons must be maintained as follows:
a)
the inside walls shall be washed, cleaned or calcimined on the inside
at least every six months;
b)
the floor shall be properly washed each week with water and soap
and detergent whether the floor is constructed of wood or concrete;
c)
all refuse and waste matter shall be disposed of daily in a proper and
sanitary manner and no such refuse or waste matter shall be burned
or stored.
7.5
Compliance with Zoning Regulations
Any building which is erected, used or maintained as a pigeon loft for
the housing of pigeons must not be:
a)
located in any front, side or flank yard as described in the Zoning
By-Law;
b)
located at a distance of less than 12 meters from any store, shop,
dwelling unit or apartment building not occupied by the owner;
c)
located at a distance of less than 1.2 meters from the Lot Line.
7.6
Hens
No person shall keep hens anywhere within the Municipality unless he
or she has first obtained a Hen Coop Permit.
7.6(1) Every person who holds a Hen Coop Permit may keep not more than 6
hens on premises within the Municipality and such person shall ensure
that:
a)
the hens are confined in either a hen coop or hen run; and the hens
are kept in the hen coop between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.;
b)
the owner of the hens resides on the property where the hens are
kept;
c)
each hen is provided with food, water, shelter, light, ventilation,
veterinary care, and opportunities for essential behaviours such as
scratching, dust-bathing, and roosting, all sufficient to maintain the
hen in good health.
7.6(2) Every person who holds a Hen Coop Permit shall allow, at any
reasonable time, a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, a Peace
Officer or other authorized employee of the Municipality to inspect the
property, other than any room or place used as a dwelling, to
determine whether all requirements of this by-law are being complied
with.
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7.7
Hen Coop Construction Requirements
Any hen coop which is erected, used or maintained for the housing of
hens must:
a)
have interior walls which are smoothly finished and painted;
b)
be constructed in such a way as to be rodent proof; and have a floor
which is at least one-half meter (0.5) above ground level;
c)
be constructed in such a matter as to prevent the escape of the
hens;
d)
provide each hen with at least 0.37 m2 of coop area;
e)
be equipped with at least one perch of not less than 15cm in length
and one nest box for each hen.
7.8
Hen Coop Maintenance Requirements
Every owner of any building which is erected, used or maintained as a
hen coop for the housing of hens shall maintain the building as follows:
a)
the inside walls shall be washed, cleaned or calcimined on the inside
at least every six months;
b)
the floor shall be properly washed each week with water and soap
and detergent whether the floor is constructed of wood or concrete;
c)
In a clean condition and free of noxious odours, substances and
vermin;
d)
all refuse and waste matter from the hen coop must be disposed of
daily in a proper and sanitary manner and no such refuse or waste
matter shall be burned or stored.
7.9
Hen Run Requirements
Every owner of a hen run shall ensure that it is:
a)
constructed in such a manner as to prevent the escape of the hens;
b)
maintained in a clean condition and kept free of noxious odours,
substances and vermin;
c)
of sufficient size to provide at least 0.92 m2 per hen;
d)
provided with a floor of any combination of vegetated or bare earth.
7.10 Compliance with Zoning Requirements
Any Hen Coop or Hen Run is erected, used or maintained for the
housing of hens must not be:
a)
located in any front, side or flank yard as describe in the Zoning
By-Law;
b)
located at a distance of less than 12 meters from any store, shop,
dwelling unit or apartment building not occupied by the owner;
c)
at a distance of less than 15 meters from any school, church, or
business;
d)
located at a distance of less than 1.2 meters from the Lot Line.
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7.11
General Prohibitions
Home slaughter of hens is prohibited and any deceased hens shall be
disposed of at a livestock disposal facility or through the services of a
veterinarian or Municipal Law Enforcement Officer.
7.11(1) No owner shall cause or permit his or her hen to become a public
nuisance by persistently clucking. No owner shall cause or permit his
or her hen to violate the Noise By-law.
7.11 (2) No owner shall cause or permit his or her hen to be at large.
7.11 (3) No person shall keep a rooster.
PARTS
REGULATIONS
Animals other than Dogs, Cats or Prescribed Birds
SECTION
8.1
General Prohibitions
No person shall keep any animal other than a dog, cat, prescribed bird
or prescribed animal within the Municipality.
8.1 (2) Nothing herein shall give any person any right to keep animals where
such is prohibited by the Zoning By-Law.
8.1 (3) In the event that any setback requirements set out herein are
inconsistent with the requirements set out in the Zoning By-Law, the
requirements of the by-law which are more restrictive shall prevail.
8.2
Rabbit- Keeping
Notwithstanding Section 8.1 , a person may keep not more than six (6)
rabbits over the age of 8 weeks in any dwelling unit or premises in the
Municipality provided such person ensures:
a)
that any rabbit routinely kept outside is kept in a rabbit hutch;
i)
constructed such that the ground floor of the rabbit hutch is
not less than 0.5 meters above ground level;
ii)
constructed in such a way as to prevent escape by the rabbit;
iii)
not located in any front or flank yard as describe in the Zoning
By-Law;
iv)
located at a distance not less than 12 meters from any
dwelling unit, shop or store not occupied by the person
keeping the rabbits; and located at a distance of not less than
1.2 meters from the Lot Line;
b)
all refuse and waste matter from any rabbit hutch is disposed
daily in a proper and sanitary manner and no such refuse or
waste matter is burned or stored; and
c)
all food for the rabbits is maintained in a rodent-proof container.
8.3
Mice, Rats, Guinea Pigs, Hamsters, Gerbils, Ferrets
Notwithstanding Section 8.1, a person may keep in a dwelling unit or
on the premises in the Municipality not more than a total of six (6) of any
combination of mice, rats, guinea pigs, hamsters and gerbils,
provided same are housed and kept in an escape-proof enclosure.
8.3.1 Notwithstanding Section 8.1 , a person may keep in a dwelling unit or
on the premises in the Municipality not more than two (2) ferrets,
provided the ferrets are housed and kept in an escape-proof enclosure.
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8.4
Snakes and Lizards
Notwithstanding Section 8.1, a person may keep in a dwelling unit or
on the premises in the Municipality not more than two (2) non-
venomous snakes and two (2) non-venomous lizards provided same are
housed and kept in an escape-proof enclosure.
8.4(1) No person shall carry or display a snake on any highway or in any
public place or other place to which the public is customarily admitted
except in accordance with Sections 8.4.2 and 8.4.3.
8.4(2) A snake may be carried or displayed in:
a)
an educational institution or research facility where such animals are
housed or studied;
b)
an educational or entertainment display, including a circus or zoot
that is supervised at all times by a qualified handler;
c)
a veterinary hospital or clinic;
d)
the premises of a pet store.
8.4(3) Every person who needs to transport or carry a snake on any highway or in
any public place or other place to which the public is customarily admitted
shall, while it is being carried or transported, confine the snake in a cloth
bag which has been placed inside a box made of durable material with a
lid that has been fastened securely, provided that the animal has sufficient
air to breathe.
8.5
Horses, Domestic Fowl, Cattle, Goats, Swine, Mink, Sheep and Mules
Notwithstanding Section 8.1, a person may keep horses, domestic fowl,
cattle, goats, swine, mink, sheep or mules or similar livestock, provided
such are kept on a property appropriately zoned for such purpose by the
Zoning By-Law.
PART9
PERMITS
9.1
Applications for Kennel Permits, Breeder Permits, Hen Coop
Permits and Pigeon Loft Permits
Every application for a Kennel Permitt Breeder Permitt Hen Coop
Permit and Pigeon Loft Permit or for the renewal of such a permit shall
be submitted to the Clerk in the form provided by the Municipality,
together with the annual permit fee, as set out in the Township's Services
and Charges By-Lawt amended from time to time.
9.1(2) Every application for a permit will be reviewed by the Clerk to determine
whether it meets the requirements of this By-law and as part of this review,
will be circulated to the Chief Building Official, Public Works Superintendent
and Municipal Law Enforcement Officer for comments.
9.1(3) These employees of the Municipality, as part of their review, may require
an inspection of the property, other than a room or place used as a
dwelling.
9.1(4) If it is determined that an application meets the requirements of this
By-law, the Municipality will issue the permit if the permit fee has
been paid.
9.1(5) If it is determined that an application does not meet the requirements
of this By-law, the Municipality will refuse to issue the permit and
will refund the permit fee if the permit fee has been paid.
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9.1 (6) If, at any time, the Municipal Law Enforcement Officer determines, as a
result of evidence that is provided, that the operation of a kennel, pigeon
loft, hen coop or the activities of a breeder do not conform with the
requirements of this By-law, it may suspend or revoke the permit.
9.1 (7) Kennel Permits, Breeder Permits, Hen Coop Permits and Pigeon Loft
Permits are valid for one year only, and shall be renewed by January
1st of each year by paying the annual fee as per the Township's Services
and Charges By-Law, as amended from time to time, and shall receive a
Kennel, Breeder, Hen Coop or a Pigeon Loft Permit for the current year.
SECTION
10.1
Permits
PART10
KENNELS AND BREEDERS
No person shall operate a kennel or operate as a breeder anywhere in
the Municipality unless he or she has first obtained a Kennel Permit or
a Breeder Permit in accordance with Part 9.
10.1 (1) A person is not eligible for a Kennel Permit or a Breeder Permit or for
the renewal of such permit unless his or her application is
accompanied by the annual permit fee, as set out in the Township's
Services and Charges By-Law, as amended from time to time.
10.1 (2) A person is not eligible for a Kennel Permit or the renewal of a kennel
permit unless:
a)
the use or proposed use conforms with the Zoning By-Law that
applies to the property;
b)
the property complies with the Property Standards By-Law and any
other applicable by-laws;
c)
the property conforms with all applicable law, including the
Health Protection and Promotion Act, the Ontario Society for
Prevention of Cruelty Act, and the Fire Protection and
Prevention Act,
d)
the property is kept in a clean and sanitary condition at all time;
10.2 Kennels Exempt from Tag Requirements
Subject to Section 10.1, where the owner of a kennel has complied
with Subsection 9.1 .7, he or she is not required to cause each dog or
cat kept at his or her kennel to be registered with and licenced by the
Municipality.
10.3 Requirements to Register Owner's Pets
Owners of a kennel shall register their own dogs, cats or animals in
accordance with Part 3. The registration fee is not included in the
Kennel Permit fee. Dog(s) and cat(s) registered in this manner shall be
required to wear a tag as prescribed under Part 4.
10.4 Number of Animals Kept
No person shall keep six (6) or more dogs over twelve (12) weeks of
age at any one location unless a Kennel Permit has been issued to that
person for that location.
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10.5 Construction Requirements
Every person who operates a kennel shall comply with the following
requirements:
a)
the kennel shall be in a separate building and shall not be attached
to a building which is, or can be used for human habitation;
b)
the kennel building must conform to the Building Code Act and must
be maintained in such a matter as to be free of damage;
c)
the kennel building shall have a floor of concrete or other
impermeable material and shall be equipped with a drain opening
constructed as a plumbing fixture. Alternatively, dogs may be kept in
cages of size adequate to allow the dog to extend its legs to their full
extent, to stand or sit, to tum around or lie down in a fully extended
position, and the cages shall be constructed solely of metal or wire
or partly of wire and shall have metal or other impermeable bottoms.
10.5(1) The Kennel Building Shall Have
a)
windows which may be opened for proper ventilation;
b)
a heating system sufficient for the health, care and comfort of
the dogs, cats or animals.
10.6 Fence Requirements
Where dogs are permitted to use an outside area, there shall be
constructed around such area a fence having a height of at least 1.52
meters (5 feet); the wall of an adjacent building may be included as
part of such fenced-in area. Such fence shall not be required where the
outside area is more than 61 meters (200 feet) from the nearest limit of
the property.
10.7
Breeder's Conditions
A person is not eligible for a Breeder Permit or the renewal of a
Breeder Permit for dogs, cats or rabbits unless the following conditions
are met:
a)
the activity or proposed activity qualifies as a home occupation
under the Zoning By-Law that applies to the property, and the
property complies with the Property Standards By-Law and any
other applicable by-laws; and
b)
the property conforms with all applicable law, including but not
limited the Health Protection and Promotion Act, the Ontario Society
for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animal Act, and the Fire Protection
and Prevention Act, and
c)
d)
the property is kept in a clean and sanitary condition at all time; and
every dog and cat that has reached the age of twelve (12) weeks
and that resides on the property permanently has been registered in
accordance with Part 3 of this By-law; and
e)
at all times, dogs, cats and rabbits shall be provided with proper
housing, nutrition, health care and necessary exercise; and
f)
every breeder shall maintain current and accurate records pertaining
to their breeding program, including the particulars of all dog, cat and
rabbit sale transactions, and shall surrender same on demand of a
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer; and
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g)
no breeder shall sell or donate a dog, cat or rabbit to a pet store
in the Municipality; and
h)
every breeder shall ensure that potential purchasers of dogs, cats
and rabbits are screened for their suitability and capability to own
and meet the needs of the particular species and breed being
purchased. A written record of the screening shall be kept for
inspection by a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer; and
i)
no dog, cat or rabbit shall be sold, adopted or given away before
eight (8) weeks of age; and
j)
no dog, cat or rabbit shall be sold, adopted or given away until
treated for external and internal parasites, and core vaccinations as
recommended for species by a veterinarian; and
k)
the breeder of dogs and cats shall provide a copy of the animal's
health certificate and vaccination records to its new owner; and
I)
no female dog, cat or rabbit shall be bred until it is certified healthy
by a veterinarian and must be certified healthy to breed on an annual
basis; and
m)
the Breeder Permit number shall be displayed where the dogs, cats
and rabbits are sold and shall be included in any advertising of dogs,
cats or rabbits for sale; and
n)
every breeder shall provide a written sales agreement containing the
name of the purchaser, the date of sale, and the name of the
animal's breed. In addition, all terms and conditions of the sale,
including a return or replacement policy that includes an obligation to
accept any return of a dog, cat or rabbit, shall be clearly defined. The
agreement shall be properly dated and signed by all parties; and
o)
every breeder shall provide the new owner of a dog, cat or rabbit
with documentation which verifies:
p)
i)
the date of the sale;
ii)
the sale price;
iii)
the dog, cat or rabbit's breed or cross-breed;
iv)
the sex of the dog, cat or rabbit;
v)
the age of the dog, cat or rabbit;
vi)
a description of the dog, cat or rabbit, including color and
markings if any;
vii)
an up-to-date certificate of health from a veterinarian for the
dog or cat;
each breeder shall provide clean, adequate, safe housing and run
areas specific to the nature and exercise requirements for the breed
of the dog, cat or rabbit; and
q)
every dog, cat or rabbit must be provided with adequate:
i)
food and water;
ii)
appropriate medical attention;
iii)
adequate and appropriate resting and sleeping area;
iv)
adequate and appropriate space to enable the animal to
move naturally and to exercise;
v)
sanitary conditions;
vi)
ventilation;
vii)
light; and
viii)
protection from the elements, including harmful temperatures;
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r)
every breeder shall ensure that no dog, cat or rabbit shall be kept in
a crowded cage or room, in accordance with the Canadian Council
on Animal Care (CCAC) standards; and
s)
every breeder shall ensure that every dog, cat or rabbit that exhibits
signs of distress or suffering will receive immediate veterinary care;
and
t)
every breeder shall provide to the Receptionist the name and
address of the new owner of every dog or cat sold, adopted or given
away to a person who resides in Manitouwadge, and every breeder
shall ensure that all dogs & cats are microchipped; and
u)
every breeder shall retain for seven (7) years a written record of
every transaction and the record shall include the following:
i)
the date of the sale;
ii)
the sale price;
iii)
the breed or cross-breed;
iv)
the sex of the dog, cat or rabbit;
v)
the age of the dog, cat or rabbit;
vi)
a description of the dog, cat or rabbit, including color and
markings if any; and
vii)
an up-to-date certificate of health from a veterinarian for the
dog or cat being purchased, adopted or given away.
10.8 Inspection
Every kennel who holds a Kennel Permit or any breeder that holds a
Breeder's Permit shall allow, at any reasonable time a Municipal Law
Enforcement Officer or other person as may be designated by Council
to inspect the property, other than any room or place used as a
dwelling, to determine whether all requirements of this By-law are
being adhered to.
10.8(1) A report in writing of each inspection shall be filled with the Municipality.
The fee for the initial inspection is included in the Kennel Permit / Breeder
Permit fees set forth in the Township's Services and Charges By-Law
amended, from time to time.
10.8(2) Where such inspection reveals that the requirement(s} of this By-law are
not being adhered to by the kennel owner/ breeder owner, the Municipal
Law Enforcement Officer or such other person as may be designated by
Council, may suspend the owner's kennel / breeder's permit until the
deviancies found have been remedied.
10.8(3) An inspection fee shall be payable to the Municipality, on each occasion
that a further inspection of the kennel or breeder is necessary to determine
that the kennel/ breeder satisfies the provision of Part 10. Fees for any
further inspections within the year the Kennel Permit / Breeder Permit was
purchased are included in Township's Services and Charges By-Law,
amended from time to time.
10.9 Operate While Under Suspension
No person shall operate a kennel while his or her Kennel Permit is under
suspension.
10.9(1) No breeder shall operate while his or her Breeder's Permit is under
suspension.
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PART 11
INTERFERE
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11.1
No person shall interfere with, hinder or molest an agent of the Township of
Manitouwadge in the performance of any duty of such agent, or seek to
release any dog, cat or animal in the custody of the Municipality, or its
agents, except as herein provided.
11.2 No person shall tamper, remove or interiere with traps or equipment.
11.3 No person shall refuse to produce any documents or things required by an
agent in the exercise of a power or periormance of a duty under this
By-law, and every person shall assist any entry, inspection, examination or
inquiry by an agent.
11.4 No person shall knowingly furnish false information to an agent.
11.5 Every person who fails to comply with an order issued under this By-law
shall be guilty of an offence.
SECTION
PART12
EXEMPTIONS
12.
No part of this By-law shall apply to a Police Dog.
SECTION
13.1
General Penalties
PART13
PENALTIES
a)
Every person who contravenes any provision of this By-law is guilty
of an offence and upon conviction is liable to a fine as provided for in
the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.33, as amended.
b)
SECTION
Each day on which a person contravenes any provision of this
By-law shall be deemed to constitute a separate offence under this
By-law as provided for in Section 429 of the Municipal Act, 2001,
S.O. 2001, c.25, as amended.
PART14
SCHEDULES
14.1
The following Schedule(s) are hereby incorporated into and forms a part of
this By-law.
14.2 Schedule II A"
List of areas where animals are prohibited - Animal Prohibited Area(s).
14.3 Schedule "B"
Animal Control By-law fees as per the Township's Services and Charges
By-Law, amended from time to time.
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PART15
REPEALS - COMING INTO FORCE
SECTION
15.1
Repeals
Be it further enacted that the following By-laws and all amendments to the
said By-laws hereinafter set forth are hereby repealed: By-law No. 92-45
and By-law No. 2003-10.
15.2 Coming into Force
THAT this By-law shall come into force on the date of its final passing.
READ A 1 sr AND 2ND TIME this ltlf" day of AoSOS+
, 2019 and
READ A 3rd TIME AND FINALLY enacted this ,If"' day of A~
, 2019.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MANITOUWADGE
SCHEDULE "A"
Animal Prohibited Area(s)
All Public Beaches;
Kiwissa Ski Hill Chalet;
Manitouwadge Cemetery;
Manitouwadge High School Soccer Field;
Manitouwadge Recreation Centre;
Municipal Golf Course;
Municipal Golf Club House;
Municipal Office Buildings;
Municipal Skatepark.
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MANITOUWADGE
SCHEDULE "B"
Animal Control By-law Fees as Amended
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