The Township of Alfred and Plantagenet Animal Control Services promotes the health and safety of people, pets and animals living together in our community.
When reporting an incident or requesting an investigation, please provide as much information as possible to facilitate a thorough and timely response.
If the concern relates to animals being kept on privately owned property, providing the address is essential. Every situation is unique and the time needed to gain compliance will vary. In cases where an animal owner does not comply with a reasonable amount of time, our officer will issue notices of violation, written warnings, and may lay charges when there is sufficient evidence.
Due to freedom of information issues, each officer is required to make the best effort to ensure that the privacy of individuals is maintained during an investigation. This will often affect the amount of information that can be communicated and the details that can be provided.
Township of Alfred and Plantagenet By-Law 2007-84 (amended 2019-57)
Ontario Dog Owner's Liability Act
Ontario Regulation 157/05 Pit Bull Control
What to do when a dog bites |
Dog bites should be reported to Township Animal Control Services at 613-673-4797 extension 3, as soon as possible. In the event that the bite victim is transported to the hospital, a bite complaint should be made as soon as the treatment is complete. |
If a dog bites, you and breaks the skin |
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If a dog bites, you and does not break the skin |
Call 613-673-4797 extension 3 and provide:
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If you are the owner of a dog that has bitten |
Leash your dog and isolate it from causing further threats. Provide your contact information to the victim. Make clear, concise notes of the incident in your own handwriting. If the person's skin has been broken, isolate your dog until contacted by Public Health. If necessary, consult an expert about your dog's behaviour. |
What happens next? |
The Eastern Ontario Health Unit will:
The Township will:
The following are actions that may be taken:
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The following are by-laws related to animals and the fines associated with them.
By-law 2007-84 | Fine |
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Fail to Licence dog (per dog) |
$80 |
Dog at large |
$80 |
Nuisance Barking |
$80 |
More than 3 dogs per household (per dog) |
$80 |
Permit dog to trespass on private property |
$80 |
Permit dog to attack a person |
$250 |
Permit dog to attach a domestic animal |
$250 |