Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Township of South Stormont, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by By-law No. 2021-032 Regulate the Care and Control of Animals (Responsible Pet Ownership), verified 2026-10-23. A licence is required. Leash rule: Dog must be leashed and under control when off owner's/consented land; leash not more than 2.4 meters (8 feet); no running at large. Max animals: 3 dogs over 20 weeks per premise; 3 cats over 20 weeks per premise in urban settlement areas (kennels exempt).
By-law No. 2021-032 Regulate the Care and Control of Animals (Responsible Pet Ownership)
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 3.1
leash rule
Dog must be leashed and under control when off owner's/consented land; leash not more than 2.4 meters (8 feet); no running at large.
s. 7.1; s. 7.4
max animals
3 dogs over 20 weeks per premise; 3 cats over 20 weeks per premise in urban settlement areas (kennels exempt)
s. 6.1; s. 6.2; s. 6.4
scout note
Dog licence required (fee in Fees By-law; new owners within 14 days). Kennel licence needed; kennels max 20 dogs. Max 3 dogs over 20 weeks; max 3 cats in urban settlement areas. No dog at large; leash rules; dangerous dog provisions. Set fines $100-$200.
Animal Services (dog licences via DocuPet)
Every dog owner must register and obtain an annual licence; DocuPet is the licensing partner.
By-laws and Policies (index)
By-law index page.
Responsible Pet Ownership By-law page
Web page carrying the Responsible Pet Ownership by-law text.