Dogs & animal control — Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador
Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the City of Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador, licence required: True; leash rule: Owner shall keep animal indoors, safely tethered or penned at all times except when under control by having the animal on a leash; not required in a City-owned dog park; max animals: No person shall keep more than five animals on any land or in any building (excludes animals under 3 months; kennel/permit exceptions). Source: Animal Control Regulations 2019, verified 2026-06-05.
Animal Control Regulations 2019
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 5
leash rule
Owner shall keep animal indoors, safely tethered or penned at all times except when under control by having the animal on a leash; not required in a City-owned dog park
s. 13(a)
max animals
No person shall keep more than five animals on any land or in any building (excludes animals under 3 months; kennel/permit exceptions)
s. 16
scout note
Requires dogs and cats tethered or under owner control in public. Mandatory pet licensing at City Hall. Loose animals impounded; release fees apply.