Animal Services

Wildlife

The Township is full of a variety of wildlife, and it's important to observe all wildlife from safe distances. If you have questions or complaints regarding wildlife, please contact the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.

Learn more about Ramara controls the feeding of Wildlife Bylaw.

Canine Control

Our Canine Control Bylaw governs pet licensing and regulations and dangerous dogs in Ramara. For domestic animal concerns, contact our By-law Enforcement Officers.

Canine Control Bylaws

Canine Control Bylaw 2005.76
Bylaw 2006.48 - Amendment by replacing the word teasing with badger
Bylaw 2006.60 – Amendment by signs stating dog prohibited areas.
Bylaw2006.76 – Amendment around issues concerning owner consent, muzzling dogs and limiting dogs to 3 per household.
Bylaw 2008.68 – that Item 13, Schedule A be amended to read Section 7.5

Licensing (Dog Tags)

As per bylaw 2005.76, all owners of dogs within the Township boundaries need to licence their dogs annually. Dog licences or Dog tags can be purchased online or at the Township Administration Office.

Licence regulations

Dogs must be licensed annually
Licences must be renewed before the last business day in February each year.
Dogs tags must be securely fixed on the dog at all times until tag is renewed or replaced.
Dog tags may be removed while dogs are lawfully being used for hunting in the bush.
Any dog older than 3 months must be licensed.
Limit of three dogs per household. (excluding kennels)

Fees

Dog Licence fees are an annual fee and any dog older than 3 months must be licensed.

$20.00 per dog on or before February 28th each year
$50.00 per dog after March 1st, each year
$2.00 per tag for Replacement Tag

How to Apply for a Dog Licence (Dog Tag)

Online

Apply for 2023 Dog Tag

Please note that there will be a convenience fee applied for credit card (Visa and Mastercard) payments.

In Person

Please be advised that we are experiencing delays in receiving our 2023 dog tags. We request that residents apply online or in-person for their dog's 2023 tag before February 28, 2023, before the price increase. Once the dog tags are received, we will mail the tags to the owners.

An application can be filled out at Township Administration Building.

Mail

To pay by mail, complete the online application form and submit the form and fee (please enclosed correct amount). The form and payment can also be dropped of using the drop box at the Township Administration Centre.

Please contact Bylaw Enforcement for any questions.

Lost and Found pets

All dogs found in the Township of Ramara are posted on the Township of Ramara Facebook Account.

Stray and Feral Cats

At this time, the Township of Ramara doesn't regulate, license or have programs related to stray cat. However in 2023, the Bylaw Enforcement department will monitor any reported concerns or issues related to stray and feral cats.

Residents can submit their concerns online using the Report a Concern form. Please note that at this time, the Bylaw Enforcement department is monitoring concerns for information gathering purposes only.

Report a Concern Form

Leashing your dog

Remember that it's the law to leash your pet when out on public property.

Leashed pets are:

Rarely hit by cars or attacked by wildlife
Less likely to run off and get lost, or eat and drink things that they shouldn't

Brechin off- Leash Park

Ramara's off-leash dog park is a place where dogs can run free. View Map

When visiting leash-free parks, be aware that there are other unleashed dogs at play. You are entering the park at your own risk. Parents should supervise their children at all times.

Rabies Clinic

In recent years, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has arranged a low-cost rabies clinic for animals in Simcoe Muskoka. Learn about when the rabies clinic occurs, COVID-19 instructions and additional information on the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s website.