Dogs & animal control — Souris, Prince Edward Island
Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Souris, Prince Edward Island, licence required: True; leash rule: Owner shall ensure dog is on a leash at all times when off the owner's property; no dog at large; max animals: no more than three (3) dogs over 3 months old per premises without a kennel licence (or veterinary clinic); fines: up to $1,500 on summary conviction; specified penalties per Appendix C (e.g. running at large $100; unlicensed companion animal $250; biting a person $350/person). Source: Companion Animal Control By-law 2004-05, verified 2026-06-03.
Companion Animal Control By-law 2004-05
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 8.1(a)
leash rule
Owner shall ensure dog is on a leash at all times when off the owner's property; no dog at large
s. 5.1(b); s. 5.1(a)(ix)
max animals
no more than three (3) dogs over 3 months old per premises without a kennel licence (or veterinary clinic)
s. 6.4
fine range
up to $1,500 on summary conviction; specified penalties per Appendix C (e.g. running at large $100; unlicensed companion animal $250; biting a person $350/person)
s. 23.1(a); Appendix C
scout note
Town of Souris bylaw regulating dogs and companion animals: licensing, leashing, at-large control, and impoundment within town limits. Read second/final time June 29, 2004.