Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?

Dogs & animal control — Chatham-Kent, Ontario

In the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, Ontario, licence required: True; leash rule: Dogs must not run at large except on owner's premises, consented premises, off-leash parks, or when hunting.; max animals: Maximum three dogs per premise; Maximum of five cats per premise.. Source: Responsible Animal Ownership By-law 170-2021, verified 2026-06-09.

Responsible Animal Ownership By-law 170-2021 adopted bylaw

licence required	True	Dogs four months of age and older are required to be licensed.
leash rule	Dogs must not run at large except on owner's premises, consented premises, off-leash parks, or when hunting.	Dogs should not be allowed to run free at large except when
max animals	Maximum three dogs per premise; Maximum of five cats per premise.	Maximum three dogs per premise. Maximum of five cats.

scout note

Official animal services page identifies Responsible Animal Ownership By-law 170-2021 and summarizes dog licensing, animal-at-large, kennel, tethering, animal-in-vehicle, and animal excrement requirements.