Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Township of Stone Mills, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by By-law 2010-532 Dog Control By-law (licensing of dogs and kennels; running at large), verified 2026-10-23. Fines: $100.00; $200.00. A licence is required. Leash rule: No person who owns a dog shall allow the dog to run at large.
By-law 2010-532 Dog Control By-law (licensing of dogs and kennels; running at large)
adopted bylaw
licence required
yes
s. 4.1
leash rule
No person who owns a dog shall allow the dog to run at large.
s. 5.4
max animals
three (3) dogs per developed lot in a Hamlet
s. 5.1
fine range
$100.00; $200.00
Schedule of Short Form Wordings and Set Fines
scout note
Dogs must be licensed by March 31 each year; kennels need a licence. Max 3 dogs on a property in a hamlet. No running at large; leash max 3 m; dogs at large may be seized and impounded; muzzle/leash orders. Set fines $100, no kennel licence $200.
By-law 2023-1202 Animals at Large (animals other than dogs and cats)
Prohibits livestock/other animals (not dogs or cats) at large or trespassing; impound allowed; AMP appeals; repeals 2004-257.