Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Township of Perry, Ontario, licence required: True; licence fee: $15.00 per dog, for lifetime of dog; $5.00 replacement; No Charge for Guide or Service dogs; leash rule: Dog must be on hand leash or leash fixed to permanent structure on land other than owner's property.; max animals: 3 dogs older than three months per dwelling unit or location. Source: Regulate the Keeping and Controlling of Dogs By-law 2006-01, verified 2026-06-09.
Regulate the Keeping and Controlling of Dogs By-law 2006-01
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 2(a)
licence fee
$15.00 per dog, for lifetime of dog; $5.00 replacement; No Charge for Guide or Service dogs
Schedule 'A'
leash rule
Dog must be on hand leash or leash fixed to permanent structure on land other than owner's property.
s. 12(a)
max animals
3 dogs older than three months per dwelling unit or location
s. 10(a)
fine range
not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000.00), exclusive of costs
s. 16(a)
scout note
Regulates dog licensing, control, leashing, public beach restrictions, cleanup, and related animal control enforcement.