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# Animal Services
## Dog Registration
All dogs in the Municipality of North Grenville must be registered and must wear a numbered metal tag - especially when outdoors. **The licence expires each year on December 31**. Registration **tags** are to be kept for the life of the pet. The licence record associated with the tag has to be renewed annually. Renewals online begin January 1st. Renewal price doubles after January 31.
No person shall own a dog or establish a kennel without first obtaining a licence.
PURCHASE
Your Dog Licence Online
| | Fee |
| --- | --- |
| **For each dog** | |
| Before January 31 | $15.00 |
| After January 31 | $30.00 |
| **Kennel Licences** | |
| Before January 31 | $125.00 |
| After January 31 | $250.00 |
| **Replacement Tag** | $7.00 |
1. Register your dog with the Municipality on an annual basis.
2. Do not allow your dog to bark persistently.
3. Do not allow your dog to attack or bite another domestic animal or person.
4. Always keep your dog leashed when off the property of it's owner.
5. Do not allow your dog to run at large.
6. Do not allow your dog to trespass on private property.
7. Always pick up your dog's feces.
8. Have your dog vaccinated against rabies.
9. Provide regular care and attention to your dog.
10. Have your dog spayed or neutered.
*1 through 7 are required by law and non-compliance could result in prosecution.*
You must apply to the By-Law Officer to obtain a kennel licence since an inspection and verification of zoning compliance is required before the licence may be issued. Upon completion of the licence application, please scan and return to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
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Application for a Kennel Licence
For answers to common questions about dog and cat ownership, visit the Dog or Cat Ownership Frequently Asked Questions on the By-Law Services page.
## Dogs at Large
The Municipality of North Grenville has By-Law Services Officers who respond to dog at large complaints and instances where a dog needs to be controlled. By-Law Services Officers are currently only available during the weekday. If a dog is found during the evening or on a weekend, and immediate service is required, the after-hours emergency number can be contacted.
**Weekdays (8:30am-7:00pm):** Click the button below to submit a complaint, or call **(613) 258-9569 ext 211****Evenings and Weekends:** Call the after-hours number of **(613) 787-5651**
Report a Dog at Large
## Wildlife or Other Domestic Animal Issues
**Other domestic or wild animal issues** can be reported to one of the appropriate contacts listed below:
| | |
| --- | --- |
| Provincial Animal Welfare Society | 1-833-926-4652 |
| Ministry of Natural Resources Kemptville/Kington District | 613-258-8204 or 1-800-667-1940 |
| Ottawa Valley Wild Bird Care Centre | 613-828-2849 |
| Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary | 613-258-9480 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
| Ontario Wildlife Rehabilitator Information | 1-800-667-1940 |
| Little Ray's Reptile Zoo | 613-822-8924 |
| Bats? Please contact the Eastern Ontario Health Unit | 613-933-1375 or 1-800-267-7120 |
Many pest control companies do operate in the area.
## Rodent Prevention and Control
Whether you own property or rent, live or work in the Municipality of North Grenville, everyone has a role in rodent prevention. Rodent proofing your home and property is the most important factor.
For information and tips on how to help prevent and control rodent infestation please visit the **Government of Canada** website.
If you are experiencing rodents inside your home, contact Southeast Public Health at 613-258-5941.
Learn about the Residential Rodent Control Rebate Program
### Who's listening
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613-258-9569 ext. 211
### Contact
**By-Law Services**
### Online
### 613-258-9569 ext 211
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**Municipal Office**
285 County Road #44,
PO Box 130
Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0
**Hours:**
Monday through Friday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
**General Inquiries**
613-258-9569
**Arena Staff (business hours)**
613-258-9569 ext 175
**Arena Staff (evenings/weekends)**
613-316-2451 or 613-316-5010
**After-hours Emergency Number**
613-787-5651
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