Dogs & animal control — Salmon Arm, British Columbia
Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the City of Salmon Arm, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must be kept on a secure leash held by the Owner.; max animals: four (4) dogs over the age of 6 months; fines: not more than Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00). Source: Animal Control Bylaw No 4728; Wild or Exotic Animal Prohibition Bylaw No 2929, verified 2026-06-08.
Animal Control Bylaw No 4728
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 5(b)
leash rule
Dogs must be kept on a secure leash held by the Owner.
s. 6(a)
max animals
four (4) dogs over the age of 6 months
s. 5(h)
fine range
not more than Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00)
s. 12
scout note
Regulates the keeping, licensing, and control of animals in Salmon Arm, including dog licensing and animal nuisance provisions.
Wild or Exotic Animal Prohibition Bylaw No 2929
adopted bylaw
fine range
not more than Two Thousand Dollars [$2,000.00]
s. 5
scout note
Prohibits the keeping of wild or exotic animals as pets within the City of Salmon Arm.