Frequently Asked Questions

All dogs within the town must be licensed annually.

Temporary dog licences are available for periods of animal care last less than 30 days at a time, and may be renewed on a maximum of two occasions per resident per calendar year.

Dog Licence Application or Change of Information Form

It is encouraged that dogs wear the tags at all times in case they get out of your site. This allows the ME officer to contact you immediately if your dog is found. If the ME officer is unable to contact  you, an additional fee for your pets stay with a local vet will be charged.

Please ensure that you update your information with the Town if you move or change phone numbers.

Yes, even good dogs need to be leashed while on public property.

There are designated off-leash dog parks within Town limits that do not require your dog to be leashed, once they have entered the designated area. 

A maximum of four (4) dogs over the age of 6 months are allowed on a property in town.

Owners are responsible for cleaning up their dog's waste on public and private property to prevent odours that could affect neighbouring properties. 

Waste disposal bags can be found on pathway garbage bins around town to help in the disposal on public property.

Yes. Backyard Hens are allowed in Diamond Valley for participants of the Backyard Hens Program.

Backyard Hen licences must be renewed annually with the Town.

Roosters are not permitted to be kept in Town.

Livestock is not allowed in town unless authorized by permit.