Animal Ownership Information
If your dog or cat has gone missing please contact Morinville Peace Officers by email or by calling the Town Office at 780-939-4361. The Peace Officers may be able to locate your pet. You may also view a listing of found animals at the Morinville Veterinary Clinic.
Regulations you need to know:
The regulations for animal ownership are outlined in more detail in the Animal Control Bylaw.
- All dogs, as defined in the bylaw, must be licensed by the Town of Morinville.
- No dog or cat is permitted to run at large. All animals must be on a leash/lead or under the control of a responsible person.
- An owner is not permitted to own MORE THAN (3) dogs requiring a license without a kennel license.
- Infractions of these regulations may result in a fine(s), and/or your dog or cat being impounded.
Dog Licenses:
All dogs in Morinville must be registered for and wear a license tag. Licenses are available at the Town of Morinville Office building. The license must be obtained or renewed annually on or before February 1st. A tag will immediately identify your dog if it is found at large.
- Unaltered dog license - $30.00
- Spayed/Neutered dog license - $20.00
- Hobby/Kennel license - $50.00
- Dog guides/seeing eye dog license - Free
- Replacement Tag - $1.00
- Restricted/Vicious Dog licence - $100