Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Regional municipality of Queens, Nova Scotia, licence required: True; leash rule: Dog must not leave owner's premises unless under effective restraint or control of the owner/person in charge; otherwise deemed running at large; fines: $100-$1,000; default imprisonment up to 90 days; $50 voluntary payment within 14 days. Source: By-law No. 3 - Dogs, verified 2026-06-05.
By-law No. 3 - Dogs
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 3(a)
leash rule
Dog must not leave owner's premises unless under effective restraint or control of the owner/person in charge; otherwise deemed running at large
s. 6(a)
fine range
$100-$1,000; default imprisonment up to 90 days; $50 voluntary payment within 14 days
s. 14; s. 15
scout note
Regulates dog ownership and registration in the Region of Queens Municipality; passed by Council 18 Jun 2007.