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Animal Control Bylaw No. 614, 2005BylawActiveFollow Matter

Aggressive Dog Designation

Governing BylawNo. 614Active
Animal Control Bylaw No. 614, 2005Adopted 2005

This bylaw regulates animal ownership and control within the Town of View Royal. It covers various animals, including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, rodents, and bees. Key aspects include licensing requirements for dogs, rules for keeping animals (cleanliness, food, shelter), and restrictions on 'dangerous dogs' (leash, muzzle, signage). The bylaw addresses animals running 'at large,' noise complaints, and the number of animals allowed per household. It also outlines procedures for impounding animals, fees associated with animal control, and penalties for bylaw violations. Specific rules apply to chickens, rabbits, rodents and wild/exotic animals. It affects all animal owners and residents of View Royal and those using the municipal parks.

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Last seen: December 2, 2025

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December 2, 2025Council
Full Recording

Amendment to Animal Control Bylaw - Councillor Brown

Council supported adding an 'aggressive dog' designation to the Animal Control Bylaw to provide animal control officers with an intermediate enforcement tool.

"Councillor Brown explained the aggressive designation would apply to minor incidents (like lunging or nipping) and offer an enforcement level below 'dangerous dog,' which mandates muzzles and signs. Council supported the motion as an important tool for bylaw enforcement."
Formal MotionPassed
"THAT an aggressive dog designation be added to the Animal Control Bylaw No. 614, 2005."
Moved by: Don Brown
Seconded by: John Rogers
Gery Lemon
Don Brown
John Rogers
Ron Mattson
Sid Tobias