Requires dogs off-property be leashed (max 2m), bans dogs within 5m of playgrounds, caps households at 4 mature pets, sets tether rules (min 3m), and lists prohibited/exotic animals. Consolidated to July 28, 2025.
Dogs & animal control — Markham, Ontario
Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
The City of Markham, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Control By-law 2018-91 (Animal Protection), verified 2026-08-23.