Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the City of Brampton, Ontario, licence required: True; leash rule: Dog must be leashed and under control on land other than Owner's Property; on Owner's Property must be contained or physically restrained.; max animals: cumulative total of six (6) Cats and Dogs, maximum of three (3) Dogs; fines: not more than $5,000.00 exclusive of costs. Source: Animal Services By-law 201-2023, verified 2026-06-10.
Animal Services By-law 201-2023
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 10(1)
leash rule
Dog must be leashed and under control on land other than Owner's Property; on Owner's Property must be contained or physically restrained.
s. 39; s. 40
max animals
cumulative total of six (6) Cats and Dogs, maximum of three (3) Dogs
s. 25
fine range
not more than $5,000.00 exclusive of costs
s. 117
scout note
Regulates the keeping of animals, animal identification, prohibits wildlife feeding, and provides for licensing, muzzling, impoundment, and enforcement.