Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of The Blue Mountains, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by By-law No. 2006-32 Dog and Animal Care By-law (office consolidation incl. 2014-16 and 2025-60), verified 2026-10-23. A licence is required. Leash rule: No person shall permit a dog to run at large within the boundaries of the Town. Max animals: more than three dogs.
| licence required | yes | s. 3.1 |
| leash rule | No person shall permit a dog to run at large within the boundaries of the Town. | s. 11.1 |
| max animals | more than three dogs | s. 2.1 |
Controls dogs and animal care: licence required, max 3 dogs per dwelling (kennel = more than 3), max 6 cats, muzzle and leash for biting dogs, at-large/impound provisions. Fees not in text; Town site quotes $25-$30 licences.
Dog licence page: how to license through DocuPet, fees, leash rules.
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