Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Village of Rycroft, Alberta, licence required: True; licence fee: $15 (Jan 1-31); $25 (Feb 1-Dec 31); leash rule: Animals must be restrained by a securely fastened leash unless in a Village approved off-leash area.; max animals: two (2) dogs and two (2) cats. Source: 246-24 Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.
246-24 Animal Control Bylaw
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 4
licence fee
$15 (Jan 1-31); $25 (Feb 1-Dec 31)
Schedule "A"
leash rule
Animals must be restrained by a securely fastened leash unless in a Village approved off-leash area.
s. 2.4; s. 20
max animals
two (2) dogs and two (2) cats
s. 12
fine range
$20 to $1000
Schedule "A"
scout note
Regulates the keeping and control of animals within the Town of Rycroft.