Animal Services
We provide a variety of services for animals and animal control in New Tecumseth.
Dog Licences (Tags) | ||||||
All dogs in the Town of New Tecumseth must be licenced. Service animals must also be licenced, but there is no cost. You can purchase a dog licence online. If you'd like to purchase a dog licence in person, you can visit the following locations: Alliston
Beeton
Tottenham
View more about the fees associated with dog licences. |
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Lost and Found Dogs |
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If you have lost or found a dog, please call Canine Control at 905-729-4972 or by email. Arcticlight Boarding Kennels provides canine boarding services for the Town of New Tecumseth. Owner Eric Van Loo responds to calls for impounded dogs and offers impound services to keep lost dogs safe until they can be reunited with their owners. Eric can be reached at 905-936-4649. |
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Off Leash Dog Parks | ||||||
The Town of New Tecumseth has off leash dog parks, located at the following locations: Our dog parks are divided into small dog and large dog areas. The parks allow your pet to enjoy a safe, leash free environment. Do your part and make sure to keep the park clean by picking up after your pet. |
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Service Animals | ||||||
The Town of New Tecumseth welcomes service animals at all municipal facilities. Learn more about the guidelines around Service animals. |
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Kennel License | ||||||
If you wish to open a kennel, we can help you with the application process. Read the Kennel By-law to learn more about what is required to operate a kennel in New Tecumseth.
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Livestock Claims | ||||||
If you are a producer in New Tecumseth and your livestock, poultry and/or honeybees have been damaged by wildlife, the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program can help with financial assistance. Learn more about program eligibility with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) For help with processing or evaluating your livestock claim, please call 905-729-2150 or 705-435-3900. |
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Managing Barking Dogs | ||||||
If you have a concern about barking dogs, please contact Canine Control at 905-729-4972 or email Canine Control. Our staff will assist with the concern. View our Barking Dogs By-law for more information. |
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Dangerous dogs/bites | ||||||
If your dog has been deemed dangerous under the Dangerous Dogs By-law and you wish to appeal the declaration, please refer to the Fees & Charges by-law for the cost and the Appeal to Dangerous Dog Declaration form needs to be completed and returned to the Town Clerk along with payment. View our Dangerous Dogs By-law and Canine Control By-law to learn more. |
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Alliston and District Humane Society |
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If you have questions about cats or injured wildlife, call the Alliston and District Humane Society at 705-458-9038. |
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Report Animal Cruelty |
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If you think an animal is in distress or being abused please call the Animal Welfare Call Centre at 1-833-926-4625 or Animal Welfare - Ontario.ca | ||||||
Animal by-laws |
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The Town has several by-laws regarding animals. They include:
And for questions regarding livestock, chickens, etc, please see the Zoning By-law. |
A Canine Control officer would be happy to help with any concerns. Please contact them at 905-729-4972 or email Canine Control for assistance.