Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Village of South River, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Dog Bylaw No. 32-2021, verified 2026-10-26. Fines: $150.00 set fines; not more than $5,000, exclusive of costs. A licence is required. Leash rule: No person shall allow a dog to run at large or otherwise create a nuisance within the Municipality.
Dog Bylaw No. 32-2021
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 4.1
leash rule
No person shall allow a dog to run at large or otherwise create a nuisance within the Municipality.
s. 2.3
max animals
two (2) dogs (single unit dwelling); one (1) dog (multi-unit dwelling)
s. 2.12
fine range
$150.00 set fines; not more than $5,000, exclusive of costs
Schedule "A"; s. 6.2
scout note
Every dog must be licensed (one-time lifetime licence; fee set in Fees and Charges By-law). No running at large; leash max 2 m. Max two dogs in some zones, one in others. Impoundment, dog-bite and penalty provisions.
By-laws page
Index listing Dog Bylaw 32-2021 and older animal by-laws (12-2017 keeping certain animals, 30-2015 dog/cat docx).