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.
- 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
The City of Côte Saint-Luc provides free access to two (2) municipal dog runs, located on Mackle Rd. (near Caldwell Ave.) and on Côte Saint-Luc Rd. (west of Westluke Ave.). Dogs must always wear valid tags while on public domain.
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. Licences are renewed annually on May 1st.
Renewal before May 1st deadline
If you already purchased a – licence will receive an email from [email protected] reminding you that it’s time to renew your licence. Follow the link in the email to renew your licence directly on the Emili platform. If you do not have an email and/or did not get the reminder email, please call 1-800-937-0478 (or email [email protected]) for assistance.
New in 2024
We will no longer be issuing yearly dog tags. Your dog can continue to wear the tag s/he currently owns. As long as you have paid the dues for year, your dog remains in the system and can be traced back to you if s/he gets lost. If your dog has lost his/her tag, a new one can be purchased for $10.
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.