
The Municipality of Huron Shores is a pet friendly community and is committed to the well-being of our pets and our community.
Under the Municipal Animal Control By-law #22-27, all dogs must be licensed each calendar year. Dog Tags are issued at the Municipal Office and are valid from January 1 – December 31; proof of rabies vaccination is required.
Deadline for purchase of tag is March 1 of each year; exception for new residents in the first year of residence.
The fees are as follows:
- $10.00 each for neutered/spayed dogs
- $15.00 each for non-neutered/spayed dogs
- $20.00 each for neutered/spayed dog after deadline
- $30.00 each for non-neutered/spayed dog after deadline
Senior/disabled fees are as follows:
- $5.00 each for neutered/spayed dogs
- $7.50 each for non-neutered/spayed dogs
- $10.00 each for neutered/spayed dog after deadline
- $15.00 each for non-neutered/spayed dog after deadline
No one expects their pet to go missing, but it only takes a moment to slip outside or off leash, should the family pet wander away from home or become lost, a dog tag will help to identify it. Help us keep our four-legged community members safe by keeping them on leash, and with an up-to-date dog tag.
Please review By-law #22-76 regarding the licensing of dogs, responsibilities of owners, and fees for infraction of the by-law. Owners of pets falling under the definition of Dangerous Dogs are to register those pets with the Municipal Office.
In addition, to address the keeping of exotic animals or animals that may pose a danger to persons, domestic pets and/or livestock, the Municipality has passed By-law #13-56 – Prohibited Mammal and Reptile Species By-law.
Provincial Animal Welfare Services (PAWS)
The Municipality of Huron Shores is committed to supporting the health, safety, and well-being of animals within our community. If you suspect an animal is in distress or being neglected, please contact Ontario’s Provincial Animal Welfare Services (PAWS) at 1-833-9-ANIMAL (1-833-926-4625).
If you report an animal that is in distress, being abused or neglected:
- The Ontario Animal Protection Call Centre will file an incident ticket and connect you with the appropriate local contact.
- Based on the location and nature of the incident, the call centre may flag the ticket for further investigation with the appropriate authorities, such as a provincial inspector or the local police.
- After the appropriate authority reviews the incident ticket, they may investigate on-site or involve other authorities as needed. Authorities may contact you directly if they need more information.
For information on recognizing signs of animal distress, your responsibilities as a pet owner, or how animal welfare is enforced in Ontario, visit: www.ontario.ca/page/animal-welfare
Together, we can help protect animals and ensure their humane treatment.
Managing Nuisance Beavers on Private Property
Beavers can cause significant issues when their dams lead to flooding, which may result in damage to property and pose safety risks. According to Ontario case law, it is the responsibility of landowners to ensure that water retained on their property does not negatively impact neighbouring lands, including public roadways.
The Municipality of Huron Shores respectfully requests that all landowners monitor, manage, and, when necessary, remove beavers and/or beaver dams on their property to help maintain safe water levels. Proactive management can significantly reduce the risk of liability for property damage or personal injury that may result from the failure or breach of a beaver dam.
If you are an absentee landowner, we recommend arranging for someone to regularly inspect your property and address potential issues in your absence.
For more information:
- Controlling Nuisance Beavers on Private Property
- Visit the Ontario government’s resource on Preventing Conflicts with Beavers
For a list of local trappers who may be able to assist, please contact the Municipal Office at 705-843-2033 or Contact Us.