Dogs & animal control — Merrickville–Wolford, Ontario

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

In the Village of Merrickville–Wolford, Ontario, licence required: True; leash rule: Dog must be on leash at all times when off owner's property if owner cannot maintain care and control.; max animals: 3 dogs in Merrickville Ward; 4 dogs in Wolford Ward (without kennel licence); fines: not more than $5,000.00 on conviction; set fines of $150.00 per TABLE 4. Source: Licencing, Regulating and Keeping of Dogs By-law (09-2025), verified 2026-06-09.

Backyard Hens By-law (39-2024 Consolidated) adopted bylaw

Officially listed consolidated by-law regulating backyard hens in Merrickville-Wolford.

Licencing, Regulating and Keeping of Dogs By-law (09-2025) adopted bylaw
licence required True s. 2.1
leash rule Dog must be on leash at all times when off owner's property if owner cannot maintain care and control. s. 4.3
max animals 3 dogs in Merrickville Ward; 4 dogs in Wolford Ward (without kennel licence) s. 2.4(a), s. 2.4(b)
fine range not more than $5,000.00 on conviction; set fines of $150.00 per TABLE 4 s. 9.1; TABLE 4 DESIGNATED BY-LAW 09-2025
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Officially listed by-law for licensing, regulating, and keeping dogs.

Machine-readable: animal-control.json · Official website: https://www.merrickville-wolford.ca/ · Last verified 2026-06-09 · Dogs & animal control in other municipalities