Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Every Owner of a Dog shall prevent the Dog from being or running At Large.; max animals: more than (3) three Dogs in or at an individual Dwelling Unit; fines: not more than $10,000 and not less than $200. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.
| licence required | True | s. 12(1) |
| leash rule | Every Owner of a Dog shall prevent the Dog from being or running At Large. | s. 8(1) |
| max animals | more than (3) three Dogs in or at an individual Dwelling Unit | s. 13(2) |
| fine range | not more than $10,000 and not less than $200 | s. 19(1) |
Regulates keeping, licensing, and control of animals within Port Coquitlam.