Animal Services
The Township of Ramara is committed to the care and well-being of animals and promotes safe and healthy environments for people and all animals. The Township owns and operates the Brechin Shelter, located at 3290 County Road 47, and investigates animal complaints and enforces animal bylaws in the community.
The Township’s Bylaw Enforcement Division is responsible for the regulation and management of animal services. Township operating hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (closed on statutory holidays).
For emergencies, please contact the Canine Control after-hours number at 705-623-7295.
Dog Services
Report a Dog Bite or Attack
You can report a dog bite online through the Report a Concern form or call the Township at 705-484-5374 during office hours or 705-623-7295 after-hours if you've been bitten or attacked by a dog. Once notified, Bylaw Enforcement staff will meet with you to investigate the incident. The Township will then decide an appropriate response based on the Canine Control Bylaw and the Dog Owner's Liability Act.
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 a map to the Brechin Off-Leash Park.
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
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit arranges yearly a low-cost rabies clinic for animals in Simcoe Muskoka. Learn about when the rabies clinic occurs and find additional information on the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s website.
Wildlife
As the Township is full of a variety of wildlife, 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.
Stray and Feral Cats
At this time, the Township of Ramara doesn't regulate, license or have programs related to stray cats.
Residents can submit animal services concerns online using the Report a Concern form.
Contact Us
Corporation of the Township of Ramara
2297 Highway 12, PO Box 130, Brechin, ON, L0K 1B0
T. 705-484-5374
E. ramara@ramara.ca
Township of Ramara Bylaw Enforcement
Township of Ramara Canine Control After-Hours
T: 705-623-7295
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