Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Municipality of Preissac, Quebec, licence required: True; leash rule: All animals must be on a leash max 1.85 m; dogs ≥20 kg must wear a halter or harness.; max animals: 2 dogs and 2 cats per unit, or any combination totalling 4; fines: $50/day (art. 8 violations); $500 first offence; $1,000 repeat; $2,000 each additional repeat. Source: Règlement 292-2024 concernant les animaux, verified 2026-06-13.
Règlement 292-2024 concernant les animaux
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 8.1
leash rule
All animals must be on a leash max 1.85 m; dogs ≥20 kg must wear a halter or harness.
s. 15.2
max animals
2 dogs and 2 cats per unit, or any combination totalling 4
s. 7.1
fine range
$50/day (art. 8 violations); $500 first offence; $1,000 repeat; $2,000 each additional repeat
s. 33.3; s. 33.4
scout note
Official adopted animal-control bylaw (règlement 292-2024) of the Municipalité de Preissac.