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

  • Town of New Tecumseth: 24 Tupper St W., Alliston
  • Pet Valu Alliston: 36 Young St. Unit R-8

Beeton

  • Animal Hospital of Beeton: 60 Main St. W.

Tottenham

  • Arcticlight Kennels: 7087 2nd Line, Rural Route 4
  • Pet Valu Tottenham: 55 Queen St. S.
  • Pyne Hill Veterinary Hospital: 99 Queen St. S.

 View more about the fees associated with dog licences.

Lost and Found Dogs

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.
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.
Service Animals

The Town of New Tecumseth welcomes service animals at all municipal facilities.

Learn more about the guidelines around Service animals. 
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.

Applying for a kennel licence

When applying to operate a kennel in New Tecumseth, be sure to:

  • Contact the Town's Planning Department to see if your property is correctly zoned. Visit in-person at Town Hall, call the department at 705-435-3900  or email Planning and Development .
  • Download and complete the Kennel Licence Application Form, or visit Town Hall to obtain a physical copy.
  • Pay all associated fees required. This fee is refundable if the application is refused.
  • Supply the Town with a criminal record check with respect to animal cruelty.
  • Submit a site plan for review.
  • Submit your completed form, any fees and required documentation to Administration Services at Town Hall.
Kennel inspections

Kennels are inspected twice every year. Canine Control enforces the Kennel By-law and you can reach them at 905-729-4972 or by email if you have any concerns.

If a kennel is found to violate the Kennel By-law, we will give written notice to the owner to fix any violations within 30 days. Any further non-compliance may result in the loss of the kennel licence.
Licence expiry

Kennel licences expire on December 31 every year and must be renewed with the Town.

 
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.
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.
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.

Alliston and District Humane Society

If you have questions about cats or injured wildlife, call the Alliston and District Humane Society at 705-458-9038.

Report Animal Cruelty
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

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.