Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the District Municipality of Elkford, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be on a leash in public places; aggressive dogs secured by leash max 1.8 metres; max animals: No more than three dogs per parcel without a kennel licence; fines: $100–$1,000 per offence (municipal ticket); $500–$10,000 per offence (prosecution). Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 848, 2021, verified 2026-06-08.
| licence required | True | s. 4.1 |
| leash rule | Dogs must be on a leash in public places; aggressive dogs secured by leash max 1.8 metres | s. 3.1(1)(b); s. 5.3 |
| max animals | No more than three dogs per parcel without a kennel licence | s. 3.4 |
| fine range | $100–$1,000 per offence (municipal ticket); $500–$10,000 per offence (prosecution) | s. 12.3 |
Governs animal responsibility and control within the District of Elkford; amended by Bylaw No. 896, 2024.