Dogs, cats and wildlife

Dogs

Dog owner’s responsibilities

This section highlights the rules and regulations of  By-Law 2555 concerning the Regulation of Dogs  (PDF), which goes into effect on  July, 11 2020.

Licence

All dog owners must ensure that their dog has an annual licence, payable by May 1st each year. The annual licence fee for each dog that is neutered or spayed is $25. The annual licence fee for each dog that is not neutered or spayed is $35.

Vaccination and other information needed to obtain the licence

To obtain a dog licence the owner must provide the following:

  • confirmation that the dog was vaccinated against rabies
  • confirmation that the dog has been neutered or spayed
  • the dog’s breed, sex, colour, year of birth, name, distinctive signs, origin and if its weight is 20kg or more.

Important new information

Starting on April 6, 2021, all dogs on the territory of Côte Saint-Luc must be microchipped and the owner must provide proof to that effect.

Public places

All dogs must be kept on a leash (maximum length of 1.85 meters) when in a public place. Dogs on a leash are permitted in city parks and public spaces, unless indicated by a sign, with the exception of

  • Playgrounds (within 9 meters);
  • Public swimming pools and wading pools and within the enclosures that surround them;
  • Splash pads (within 9 meters);
  • On a sports field (e.g. baseball diamond, soccer pitch, tennis court, skate park, skating rink, etc.);
  • In a park where a special event organized or sanctioned by the city is being held (e.g. Canada Day).


Please note: In Veterans Park (and any park with a Cenotaph) only service dogs are allowed.

Dogs are not allowed on private grounds except with the consent of the owner. The dog owner can face a minimum fine of $500 for not respecting these rules.

The custodian of a dog must clean up every public or private ground soiled by feces of a dog. The fee for a first offense is between $200 and $400 for repeat offense.

Dogs weighing 20 kilograms or more

Dogs weighing 20kg or more must be equipped with a halter or a harness attached to its leash at all times, except in the designated dog runs.

Dog runs

All dogs licensed in Côte Saint-Luc have free access to the dog runs located on Mackle Rd. (Mackle Road Dog Run) and on Côte Saint-Luc Rd. west of Westluke (Joe Raie Nature Path and Dog Run). Dog owners must clean up after their dogs, even at the dog runs.

Purchase a licence

All dog owners must ensure that their dog has an annual licence, payable by May 1st each year. The annual licence fee for each dog that is neutered or spayed is $25. The annual licence fee for each dog that is not neutered or spayed is $35.

We are making it easier for dog and cat owners to buy or renew the license for their pet. Pet licenses will now be offered online using the Emili system.

First time

If you are purchasing a licence for the first time, visit Emili.pet to create an account and purchase your licence.

Renewal

If you already purchased a 2022-23 licence and you want to purchase a 2023-24 licence, you should be receiving in the next few days, or you may already have already received an email from [email protected] inviting you to activate your account. The email will contain a personalised link to your account. All you will need to enter is your first and last name and your pet’s name and you will then be prompted to enter new password. From there you will be able to purchase your pet’s licence and pay online via a secured payment platform.

If you didn’t receive the email

If you have not received your email and personalised link you can do one of the following:

1. Send an email to [email protected] for assistance

2. Call 1-800-937-0478 to speak with an Emili customer service agent

3. Visit Emili.pet

  • Click Connect
  • Click Forgot password
  • Enter your email address
  • Go to your email and check for a Reset Password Notification message. If you have not received an email within the next five minutes, please check your junk mail. Open the email and press the Reset Password link.
  • You will be brought to a password reset screen. Enter your new password and confirm.
  • Return to emili.pet and connect to your account using your email and new password.

To purchase a licence in person

Visit the City Hall (5801 Cavendish Blvd.) weekdays, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. You can pay by credit card, Interac or cheque.

Get involved

Join the Côte Saint-Luc Dog Club by contacting Mike Cohen at [email protected] or 514-485-6945.

Join the Côte Saint-Luc Dog Club Facebook group.