The Nation forbids dogs running at large and requires a leash (max 2.4 m) off the owner's land except in off-leash parks. At-large dogs are impounded ($50 pick-up, $30/day). Limit of 3 dogs per dwelling unless licensed as a kennel; kennel/purebred licence $100. Vicious dogs must be muzzled and leashed. Restricts exotic animals.
Dogs & animal control — The Nation, Ontario
Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
The Municipality of The Nation, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 61-2022 - Animal Care and Control By-law, verified 2026-10-23.
By-law index.