Dogs & animal control — Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador
Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador, licence required: True; leash rule: Dog must be safely tethered or penned at all times unless exempted, and under effective control by leash or approved device when off the owner's premises; max animals: No more than three Dogs in a residential or apartment zone, except newborn puppies or by special permit. Source: Animal Control Regulations, 2013, verified 2026-06-05.
Animal Control Regulations, 2013
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 3(a)
leash rule
Dog must be safely tethered or penned at all times unless exempted, and under effective control by leash or approved device when off the owner's premises
s. 4(a)(i)-(ii)
max animals
No more than three Dogs in a residential or apartment zone, except newborn puppies or by special permit
s. 4(b)
scout note
Requires dog licensing, leash or penning off-property, max 3 dogs per residential lot. Prohibits animal nuisances including excessive barking. Owners must remove waste. Effective October 25, 2013.