Dogs in Northwest Territories, Canada: rules, tax and travel
In Yellowknife dogs over 6 months must be licensed each year with proof of rabies vaccination, and must be leashed in public parks.
The territory has a Dog Act administered by Municipal and Community Affairs, but dog licensing and leash rules are set by community by-laws such as Yellowknife's.
The national rules for Canada apply here too. National rules
Breed rules
No breed-specific rule found.
Registration and microchip
Dogs over 6 months must be licensed under Dog By-law No. 4755 and renewed yearly, with a vet's proof of rabies vaccination. A dog can be licensed as neutered only with a vet certificate.[1]
Leash and muzzle
In a public park or multi-use trail a dog must be on a leash no more than 2.5 m, except in designated off-leash areas. A vicious dog must be muzzled and leashed in public.[2]
Other rules
A dog that bites without provocation is impounded and quarantined for 10 days. The by-law sets no limit on how many dogs a person may keep.[2]
Not confirmed yet: Microchip, Dog tax, Licence or owner test, Liability insurance. We only show what an official or named source states.
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