Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Smoky Lake, Alberta, licence required: True; licence fee: $50.00; leash rule: Keep each hen in a secured area at all times; max animals: maximum of four (4) urban hens. Source: 010-2023 Urban Hen Keeping; Bylaw No.015-2023 Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.
010-2023 Urban Hen Keeping
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 4.1(b)
licence fee
$50.00
Schedule "A"
leash rule
Keep each hen in a secured area at all times
s. 7.2(b)
max animals
maximum of four (4) urban hens
s. 5.1
fine range
$115.00; $230.00
s. 11.2; s. 11.3
scout note
Regulates the keeping of urban hens within the Town of Smoky Lake, including permitted numbers and conditions.
Bylaw No.015-2023 Animal Control Bylaw
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 3.1
leash rule
Dog off owner property must be on leash not exceeding two (2) meters, unless in Off-Leash Area.
s. 4.6(a); s. 4.7
max animals
three Dogs, Restricted Dogs or combination, and three Cats
s. 6.2
scout note
Regulates keeping and control of animals within the town, including licensing, leashing, and nuisance provisions.