by Team Stittsville | Mar 24, 2025 | Information
La version française suit Within the City of Ottawa, the Animal Care and Control By-law is the primary tool to govern dogs of all breeds. Pet owners should be aware of their responsibilities under this by-law and must register their dogs and cats with the City on an...
by Team Stittsville | Feb 25, 2025 | Information
La version française suit The City of Ottawa has the power to deem a dog vicious if it has been found to have bitten or attacked a person or another animal without provocation. When a dog is deemed vicious, a muzzle order is issued. A muzzle order requires: The...
by Team Stittsville | Feb 14, 2025 | Information
By-law Enforcement Officers investigate well over 500 reports of dog bites and attacks on an annual basis. Most dog bites and attacks can be avoided by practicing responsible dog ownership. This includes putting dogs on a leash and always keeping them under control....
by Team Stittsville | Jan 16, 2025 | Information
La version française suit Practicing responsible dog ownership helps make our community and parks enjoyable for everyone and reduces the number of negative interactions involving dogs. Dogs are required to be kept on a leash unless they are on private property with...
by Glen Gower | Sep 27, 2024 | Notebook
La version française suit In the past few years there have been a number of concerning incidents involving aggressive dogs in Stittsville. I share these concerns, and I have been looking for ways that the City of Ottawa can strengthen the rules to ensure residents are...
