Dogs & animal control — Otonabee–South Monaghan, Ontario
Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Township of Otonabee–South Monaghan, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Dog Control By-law No. 2021-28 (licensing and registration of dogs, running at large) and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-23. Fines: not more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), exclusive of costs. A licence is required. Leash rule: No person shall permit a dog to run at large; running at large occurs when not under control or not held securely on a leash.
Dog Control By-law No. 2021-28 (licensing and registration of dogs, running at large)
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 2(1)
licence fee
Dog Licence - Lifetime Registration Fees (January 1 - March 31): First & Second Dog Per Household: Spayed/Neutered $15.00 each dog; $20.00 each dog. Third & Subsequent Dogs Per Household: Spayed/Neutered $25.00 each dog; $30.00 each dog.
Schedule "A"
leash rule
No person shall permit a dog to run at large; running at large occurs when not under control or not held securely on a leash.
s. 5(1)
fine range
not more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), exclusive of costs
s. 10(1)
scout note
All dogs over 12 weeks must be licensed; dogs must not run at large and must be on a leash off the owner's property; dangerous-dog and muzzle rules; fines up to $5,000 under the Provincial Offences Act.
Kennel By-law No. 2024-09 (licence, regulate and govern kennels and dog daycares)
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 2.1
licence fee
Commercial Boarding Kennel: $150.00 renewal, $200.00 first time; Commercial Breeding Kennel: $125.00 renewal, $175.00 first time; Private Kennel: $100.00 renewal, $150.00 first time; Dog Day Care: $150.00 renewal, $200.00 first time
Schedule "A"
scout note
Licensing and care standards for commercial boarding, commercial breeding and private kennels and dog daycares; maximum dog numbers per kennel type.
Animal Services - Dog Control, Tags and Licences
How to get a dog tag, licence and kennel fees, dog control officer contact, running-at-large fines.
By-laws and Policies index
Township by-law index listing the Dog Control and Kennel by-laws.
Fees & Charges Schedule D - Dog Control Services (By-law 2024-74(A))
Lifetime dog licence $15-$20 (first/second dog) and $25-$30 (third+); replacement tag $10; pick-up $30/$60/$120 per offence plus boarding; kennel licences $100-$200.