Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the City of Steinbach, Manitoba, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must not run at large; on public places must be leashed (max 2.5 m) and controlled, or in designated off-leash area.; max animals: 4 in one/two-unit structure (max 3 dogs/cats); 3 in multi-unit structure (max 2 dogs/cats); fines: $100; $200; $400. Source: Animal Control By-Law No. 2258, verified 2026-06-10.
Animal Control By-Law No. 2258
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 11
leash rule
Dogs must not run at large; on public places must be leashed (max 2.5 m) and controlled, or in designated off-leash area.
s. 7, s. 12.1
max animals
4 in one/two-unit structure (max 3 dogs/cats); 3 in multi-unit structure (max 2 dogs/cats)
s. 5.1, 5.2
fine range
$100; $200; $400
Schedule "A"
scout note
Adopted City of Steinbach Animal Control By-Law No. 2258 establishing regulations for the control and licensing of dogs, cats and other animals. Done and passed January 21, 2025.