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Dog Bylaw Summary

The purpose of the dog bylaw is to provide for orderly control of dogs in town.

Main points for owners include:

  • Licenses must be obtained annually.
  • Dogs may not run at large.
  • Dogs must be under control by means of a leash or harness, and if left unattended on a leash or harness a dog must not frighten or harass any passers-by.
  • You must clean up any defecation made by your dog on another's property.
  • You must ensure your dog does not attack, bite, chase, or injure any domestic animal or person.
  • The Dog Control Officer or Town Police may capture and impound any dog which contravenes the Dog Bylaw.
  • You may be fined if your dog contravenes the bylaw.

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