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