Dogs & animal control — Oil Springs, Ontario

Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?

In the Village of Oil Springs, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Village of Oil Springs By-law #1010 of 2024 – Responsible Animal Ownership By-law, verified 2026-10-23. Fines: first conviction max $10,000; subsequent max $25,000; corporation $50,000/$100,000. A licence is required. Leash rule: No owner shall permit a dog or other animal to be at large, except on owner's premises or premises with prior consent.

Village of Oil Springs By-law #1010 of 2024 – Responsible Animal Ownership By-law adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 4.1
leash rule No owner shall permit a dog or other animal to be at large, except on owner's premises or premises with prior consent. s. 7.3
max animals three dogs; three cats s. 5.1; s. 5.2
fine range first conviction max $10,000; subsequent max $25,000; corporation $50,000/$100,000 s. 17.20
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Oil Springs: every dog must be licensed (fee in User Fee By-law); limit of three dogs and three cats per home unless a licensed kennel; animals must not be at large (off leash/uncontrolled); tether rules; dangerous-dog designations; exotic animals prohibited; impounding. Fines up to $10,000 first conviction. Repeals By-law 924 of 2022.

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