Dogs & animal control — Burin, Newfoundland and Labrador
Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Burin, Newfoundland and Labrador, leash rule: A cat is deemed at large when off the owner's premises and not caged or kept on a suitable leash or harness or under the control of a responsible person; fines: fine not exceeding one thousand dollars; leash rule: Every owner shall keep such dog safely tethered or penned at all times except when on a leash held by a person capable of restraining it, lawful hunting, or working with sheep; fines: fine not exceeding one thousand dollars. Source: Animal Control (Cat) Regulations; Animal Control (Dog) Regulations; Livestock Regulations, verified 2026-06-05.
Animal Control (Cat) Regulations
adopted bylaw
leash rule
A cat is deemed at large when off the owner's premises and not caged or kept on a suitable leash or harness or under the control of a responsible person
s. 4
fine range
fine not exceeding one thousand dollars
s. 7
scout note
Regulates cats within the Town of Burin. Adopted at a Public Council Meeting May 20, 2026 under the Towns and Local Service Districts Act.
Animal Control (Dog) Regulations
adopted bylaw
leash rule
Every owner shall keep such dog safely tethered or penned at all times except when on a leash held by a person capable of restraining it, lawful hunting, or working with sheep
s. 3
fine range
fine not exceeding one thousand dollars
s. 7
scout note
Regulates dogs within the Town of Burin. Adopted at a Public Council Meeting May 20, 2026 under the Towns and Local Service Districts Act.
Livestock Regulations
adopted bylaw
leash rule
No person shall allow livestock to run at large or fail to maintain proper containment; impounder may seize any animal found at large
Offences
max animals
Council may limit the number of animals kept on any residential or private property
s. 3(5)
fine range
Fines up to $500 for a first offence; up to $1,000 for subsequent offences
Penalties
scout note
Regulates livestock keeping within the Town of Burin. Adopted at a Public Council Meeting May 20, 2026 under the Towns and Local Service Districts Act.