Dogs & animal control — Quinte West, Ontario

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

City of Quinte West has 3 adopted bylaws on file, verified against the original documents on 2026-06-10.

Animal Regulation By-law 16-139 adopted bylaw
fine range $100; $150; $200; $250 SET FINE SCHEDULE
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City of Quinte West by-law 16-139 to prohibit and regulate certain animals.

Animals (Other Than Dogs) Being at Large By-law 14-90 adopted bylaw
leash rule Cats and other animals must be kept on a leash or physically restrained and under control on City land; must not be at large. s. 3(c)
max animals 5 cats per dwelling unit s. 3(h)(i)
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City of Quinte West by-law 14-90 regulating animals other than dogs being at large and harbouring.

Dog Licensing By-law 15-034 adopted bylaw
licence required True s. 5.1
leash rule Dogs must not be at large or trespass; must be under owner's control at all times off owner's property. s. 5.19; s. 5.20
max animals 3 dogs per dwelling unit in urban area; 5 dogs per dwelling unit in rural area s. 5.6; s. 5.7
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City of Quinte West by-law 15-034 governing dog licensing.

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