Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Village of Big Valley, Alberta, licence required: True; licence fee: $15.00; $30.00 after Jan 31; $100.00 Restricted; $200.00 Restricted after Jan 31; Cat $15.00/$30.00; leash rule: Off property: Held on a leash not exceeding two meters in length; max animals: 3 Dogs/Restricted Dogs; 3 Cats. Source: Bylaw 881 – Animal Licensing Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.
Bylaw 881 – Animal Licensing Bylaw
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licence required
True
s. 2(a)
licence fee
$15.00; $30.00 after Jan 31; $100.00 Restricted; $200.00 Restricted after Jan 31; Cat $15.00/$30.00
Schedule "A" LICENCING FEES
leash rule
Off property: Held on a leash not exceeding two meters in length
s. 8(a)
max animals
3 Dogs/Restricted Dogs; 3 Cats
s. 22(a); s. 22(b)
fine range
not more than $5,000.00 and not less than $200.00
s. 33(d)
scout note
Regulates animal licensing and control, including dogs and cats, within the Village of Big Valley.