Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Township of Woolwich, Ontario, dogs & animal control rules are set by Animal Control By-law 31-2018 (consolidated Nov 2024), Woolwich, verified 2026-10-23. A licence is required. Leash rule: No Owner shall allow a Dog to run At Large within the limits of the Township. Max animals: three (3) Dogs per dwelling unit.
| licence required | yes | s. 10 |
| leash rule | No Owner shall allow a Dog to run At Large within the limits of the Township. | s. 19 |
| max animals | three (3) Dogs per dwelling unit | s. 9 |
Dog licensing and kennel licensing, dogs at large, leash/enclosure rules, limit on animals kept (more than three dogs triggers limit), dangerous dogs, impoundment, licence cancellation. Kennel licence up to 50 dogs.
Township animal services page.
By-law index.
Dog licence fees listed $30 / $40 with $15 late fee; replacement tag $5.