The Dog Control By-law requires that all dogs living in Tyendinaga be registered and wear their dog tag.
A dog tag is the best form of ID for your dog and plays a critical role in identifying your dog should it become lost or injured.
New residents who are dog owners or existing residents with a new dog can register their dog(s) using the Dog Tag Application . Once you have completed and submitted your application, and the Township has received payment, you will be provided the dog tag(s). The fee for a new dog tag is $26.00.
Visit our Fees, Charges, & Payment Options page for ways to pay for your dog tag(s).
Should you move within Tyendinaga, please email [email protected] so that we may update your dog’s address and contact information.
Should your dog pass away, please email [email protected] so that we may update our records.
The Township has moved to a generic dog tag system with no year on the tag. Your dog will have the same tag while they reside in Tyendinaga. Invoices will be sent out annually for licensing payment. All dog tags are $26.00 and payments are due by March 31st annually.
If you are renewing a dog tag and you are paying after March 31st, the fee will be $41.63.
Once you receive your invoice, please use one of the following options for payments:
If your dog loses its dog tag, please complete the Dog Tag Replacement Application. Replacement tags are $10.75 each.
For more information view the following:
All dog owners must keep their dogs on a leash and abide by “poop and scoop” regulations.
Animal control will be actively enforced in all parks and trails within Tyendinaga. Charges will be laid for those found in contravention of the By-law.
In accordance with the Provincial Offences Act, owners will be issued a set fine as set out in the Dog Control By-law if the Animal Control Officer impounds an unregistered dog or a dog running at large.
Animal services in Tyendinaga are regulated under the Dog Control By-law. If you have questions about this by-law contact the Clerk at 613-396-1944.
Call the Animal Control Officers – Pierce Animal Control at 613-966-4483 to report found dogs in Tyendinaga. They will do their best to find the owners of all lost dogs in the township.
If you see a dog running at large, please contact the Pierce Animal Control at 613-966-4483. The Township contracts the services of the Pierce Animal Control to assist in canine control matters.
To report a lost pet, please contact the Quinte Humane Society directly or find more information on their website.
Pierce Animal Control Services is responsible for the enforcement of animal control for the Township of Tyendinaga. These services are limited to dogs.
Complaints and inquiries are accepted through the live answering service at (613) 966-4483.
Animal control officers enforce the Dog Control By-law which makes owners responsible for their pet’s actions, return lost pets, patrol neighborhoods for stray animals and ensure pets are a positive addition to the community. If an owner is in violation, officers have the ability to write tickets and lay charges before the court.
Please Note: Nuisance non-domesticated animals (i.e. skunks, raccoons, possums, etc.) are not dealt with through the Township. Residents are encouraged to contact Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre if you find an injured or orphaned wild animal immediately at 613-354-0264 to get further advice.
Residents of the Township should call Pierce Animal Control Services for the following:
The Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program provides financial assistance to farmers whose livestock, poultry and honey bees have been damaged by wildlife. If you are interested in more information about this program, please visit the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs website.
Tyendinaga’s Livestock Valuator will come to your property to assess the loss/damage. Then a report is submitted to Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA).
To apply for payment, farmers must:
The Livestock Valuator for the Township of Tyendinaga is Kevin Durkin, who can be reached at 613-922-7233.
To report a dead animal on a municipal road or property, please call the office 613-396-1944 or email the Roads Department.
Private property owners are responsible for dead animals on their property.
Exotic Animals are wild animals that are typically bred in captivity and not native to Canada, or wild animals not considered to be “normal” household pets. Before purchasing an exotic pet such as a lizard, snake or spider, review our Exotic Animal By-law.
The Exotic Animal By-law was developed in order to protect public health and safety, address concerns around animal care and to restrict animals that may result in significant public nuisance problems such as noise and/or odour for neighboring residents.
The Province of Ontario has established a toll-free number, 1-833-9-ANIMAL (264625) for people to report concerns about animal distress or abuse. This call centre is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Note: A full review of the dog control by-law is planned to reflect changes in provincial legislation and to make locally-relevant changes as directed by council.
The telephone voting number printed on the Voter Information Letters (VILs) is incorrect. The number was provided by the Township’s election service provider and the error was identified during final testing. Electors wishing to vote by telephone should use the correct number: 1-825-201-1763.
For assistance, please contact the Election Team at 613-396-1944 or [email protected]. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
