Animal Services
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Keeping animals in Woolwich is regulated by the Animal Control By-law. If you have questions about this by-law contact By-law Enforcement.
1-833-9-ANIMAL |
519-745-5615 |
911 or 519-570-9777 |
Ontario Animal WelfareAn animal in distress or being neglected. This includes animal cruelty and animal welfare such as animals injured, in pain, sick, suffering or abused, or lack proper care, water, food, or shelter. Starting January 1, 2020, this service will be managed by Ontario Animal Welfare Services, formerly the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA). |
Humane SocietyThe Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society provides animal control for Woolwich including lost, found, or at large pets and distress or deceased wild animals on public property. Other services include adopting or surrendering a pet, resources, volunteering, and donations. The Humane Society has an after-hours line for sick/injured animals, dangerous dogs, or Police assistance only. |
Emergency ServicesAn emergency:
Non-emergency crimes and illegal activity such as dog or cock fighting rings can be reported to the Waterloo Regional Police non-emergency line. |
Dogs, Cats, and Pets |
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DogsAll dogs in Woolwich must be licensed each year or within 21 days of moving into the Township. Dog owners must keep their dogs on a leash in public places other than Township dog parks and remove excrement left by their dog. Dogs who pose a threat to people or animals may be designated dangerous. Cats and Other PetsWoolwich Township does not regulate cats or other pets, beyond exotic animals. Exotic wild animals cannot be kept as pets in Woolwich. A full list of restricted animals can be found in our Animal Control By-law.
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Dog Kennels |
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Woolwich licenses kennels to ensure the dogs are safe and well cared for, and to make sure the kennel does not cause nuisance to their neighbours.
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Livestock |
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Livestock is generally the responsibility of the owner unless, it is on public property. When livestock is killed or injured by wildlife, eligible owners can submit an Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program application. More information on the OWDCP can be found below.
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Wildlife |
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We share the Township with many animals that have adapted to our urban environment. Because food and shelter are plentiful, and natural predators are limited, wildlife will continue to live near us. If we learn to share the environment and reduce problems by getting rid of sources of food and shelter on our properties, animals will make their way to a more suitable home.
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