Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Township of Mapleton, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Township of Mapleton By-law 2019-034 (Dog By-law: Dogs, Dog Kennels and Dangerous Dogs), verified 2026-10-23. A licence is required. Leash rule: No owner or person responsible shall allow a dog to run at large in the Township of Mapleton. Max animals: three (3) domesticated household dogs on a lot.
| licence required | yes | s. 2.02(3) |
| leash rule | No owner or person responsible shall allow a dog to run at large in the Township of Mapleton | s. 2.03(1) |
| max animals | three (3) domesticated household dogs on a lot | s. 2.02(1) |
Township of Mapleton dog by-law: every dog must be licensed (fee per Fees and Charges By-law); no more than three dogs without a kennel licence; dogs may not run at large and may be impounded; dangerous-dog leash/muzzle orders; fines under the Provincial Offences Act.
Township animal services page.
Index.
Refiled from zoning_land_use 2026-10-23 (content scan: 16 animal control signatures); pending verification.