Animal Control

Animal Shelter

NOTICE TO ALL DOG OWNERS

  • Dog Licenses Expire December 31.
  • Licenses must be purchased by January 31.
  • Dog Licenses are available at the Municipal Pound at a cost of:
  Spayed/Neutered Supported
by Veterinarian Certificate
 Unaltered
 Dog 4 months of age and older: $18.00  $30.00 

NOTE: All Licenses purchased before January 31 will be discounted $5.00 

DISTRICT OF MACKENZIE BYLAW 1169 (as amended) STATES:

EVERY PERSON who owns, possesses, or harbors a dog FOUR MONTHS OF AGE or older MUST purchase a dog license, and the license tag MUST be attached to the dog's collar or harness at all times to be valid. Owners of unlicensed dogs are subject to a fine of $40.00.

Unlicensed dogs and dogs running at large will be impounded. Release will be subject to payment of fees as set out in Bylaw No. 1169 (as amended).

Licensing your dog is a key factor in responsible pet ownership. It is to your advantage to obtain and attach a license tag to your dog, as it will assist in the identification of your dog if it is lost, impounded or stolen.

Dogs and cats may be boarded at the Municipal Pound at a daily cost of $9.00 and $6.00 respectively.

License Tags may be purchased at the Municipal Pound.

ANIMAL SHELTER HOURS OF OPERATION 
Phone: 250-997-3882

 Monday to Friday:  8:00 am to 12:00 pm 
 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
 Saturday:  8:00 am to 10:00 am
 Sundays & Stat Holidays:
 (May 1 - Nov 30)
 8:00 am to 10:00 am
 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
 Sundays & Stat Holidays:
 (Dec 1 - Apr 30)
 8:00 am to 10:00 am
 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm