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Canine Control
We do not remove wildlife from private property. Property owners should contact a licensed pest control service to assist with the removal of wildlife, such as raccoons, skunks and foxes. If you or your pet has come in contact with a wild animal suspected of having rabies, seek medical attention and contact the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit at 705-721-7520.
Canine Control ensures a safe and healthy environment for both residents and animals in our Municipality. Our Canine Control Service is committed to keeping your pets safe, we have a Licensing Program that will help you reunite with your pet if it gets lost.
All owners of dogs in Tay Township must obtain a licence every calendar year for each dog they own, abide by "poop & scoop" regulations and keep dogs on a leash when out in the Township.
Tags can be purchased for one year, two year, or three years. All tags are nonrefundable and nontransferable.
| Purchase Date | 1 Year Tag | 2 Year Tag | 3 Year Tag |
| Dec 1st to Feb 28th | $20/dog | $40/dog | $60/dog |
| Mar 1st to Year End | $30/dog | $50/dog | $70/dog |
* The discounted rate for single-year tags is only available at the Municipal Office or by mail.
Tay Township requires proof of rabies vaccination to issue a dog licence.
It is a Provincial requirement that dogs and cats over three months old are vaccinated for rabies. Vaccinations will not only protect your pets from acquiring rabies, but will also help protect you and your family if your pet comes into contact with the saliva from a rabid wild animal.
Dog licences can be purchased in person at the Township office with a rabies vaccination certificate.
They can also be purchased by mail by filling out the application and submitting it along with proof of rabies vaccination to 450 Park Street, Victoria Harbour, ON L0K 2A0.
Tay Township has a limit of two dogs permitted per household.
Licensed Kennels are exempted from this rule.
Care Animal and Pest Control has been contracted by the Township to provide pound keeper services effective May 1, 2018.
The pound keeper is responsible for housing stray and lost dogs found in Tay by By-law Officers and residents until they are claimed by their owner.
Care Animal and Pest Control offers adoption services for dogs that are not reclaimed. They are located at 2241 Old Fort Road and can be reached at 705-526-6716.
To report dogs at large, dog bites, barking dogs or poop-and-scoop violations contact the Tay Township By-law Department at 705-534-7248 x248 or email mleo@tay.ca
If you are looking for your lost dog please contact Care Animal and Pest Control at 705-526-6716.
Care Animal and Pest Control (the pound keeper) is responsible for housing stray and lost dogs found in the Township by By-law Officers and residents until they are claimed by their owner.
Care Animal and Pest Control offers adoption services for dogs that are not reclaimed. They are located at 2241 Old Fort Road.
Always remember to keep your dog on a leash when out in the Township unless you are at the Leash-Free Park located at the OSPCA grounds, 5123 Talbot St. in Port McNicoll. Our local humane society provides a number of services, including pet adoptions and can be reached at (705) 534-4459.
Be a responsible pet owner and learn more about the licensing and control of dogs within the Township.
Tay Township
450 Park Street, PO Box 100
Victoria Harbour
ON L0K 2A0
Phone: 705-534-7248
Jocelyn Belcourt
Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement Services
705-534-7248 ext. 237
jbelcourt@tay.ca
Emily King
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
705-534-7248 ext. 248
eking@tay.ca