| licence required | True | s. 7.01 |
| licence fee | as prescribed in Fees and Charges Bylaw; lifetime licence for neutered dog; annual fee for unneutered dog | s. 7.03, 7.04 |
| leash rule | No animal at large; on public/private property must be on leash held by owner, confined within 1 m radius when others nearby | s. 5.01, 5.02 |
| max animals | max 4 household pets incl. no more than 2 dogs on residential parcel; 3 dogs on agricultural/non-residential | s. 6.01, 6.02 |
| fine range | voluntary fines per Schedule A (e.g. $50-$500); up to $2,000 under Criminal Code; up to $500 under Summary Convictions Act | s. 17.02 and Schedule A |
scout note
City of Dawson animal control bylaw. Covers licensing (from 6 months), at-large prohibition, leashing, excessive barking, dangerous-dog and wildlife provisions, impoundment. Third reading / in force Sep 10 2013.