Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Bow Island, Alberta, licence required: True; leash rule: causing or permitting the running at large of an animal within the Town; max animals: 2 dogs; fines: not less than seventy five (75.00) and not more than two thousand five hundred dollars ($2500.00). Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.
| licence required | True | s. 13(a) |
| leash rule | causing or permitting the running at large of an animal within the Town | s. 4 |
| max animals | 2 dogs | s. 15(a)(ii) |
| fine range | not less than seventy five (75.00) and not more than two thousand five hundred dollars ($2500.00) | s. 40(a) |
Regulates the control, licensing, and impoundment of animals within Bow Island.