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Responsible Pet Ownership Review

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The Township is reviewing the Dog Licensing & Control By-law and the Cat Limit By-law in order to develop a new all encompassing Responsible Pet Ownership By-law.

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Dogs

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The Township's Dog Licensing & Control By-law regulates the keeping and the registration of dogs.

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Cats

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The Township's Cat Limit By-law limits the number of cats per dwelling unit in an urban settlement area.

Feral, Stray and Roaming Cats

Feral, Stray and Roaming Cats

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Residents who find themselves encountering feral or stray cats are encouraged to contact the OSPCA SDG Branch directly, who can then provide helpful guidance on how to properly deal with the cat(s). 

Responsible Pet Ownership Review

Responsible Pet Ownership

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The Township is currently developing a new Responsible Pet Ownership Program.

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Animal Control

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The Township;s current Dog Licensing and Control By-law regulates dog controls regulation such as picking up after your pet, keeping your dog on a leash.

Timeline

  • July to August 2020 - Phase 1 Research
  • September to October 2020 - Phase 1 Public Engagement (Survey)
  • October 2020 - Survey Results Report
  • October and November 2020 - Draft Responsible Pet Ownership By-law
  • November 2020 - Phase 2 Public Engagement
  • November and December 2020 - Final Draft Responsible Pet Ownership By-law
Survey

Public Engagement Phase 1 - Survey

September 15 - October 6 - SURVEY NOW CLOSED

The goal for phase 1 of public engagement is to give residents an opportunity to provide feedback on various options presented.

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Public Engagement Phase 2

November/December 2020

The goal for phase 2 of public engagement is to seek input on potential amendments to the draft Responsible Pet Ownership By-law .

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Township Responsible Pet ownership

Mission Statement

The Township is committed to the care and well-being of all animals and strives to encourage responsible animal ownership and to provide leadership in the well-being of domestic animals.