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1. How much are licenses for cats and dogs?

Please see Schedule "A" - Fees in Bylaw No 23-851.

Bylaw 23-851

2. Where do I buy an animal license?

Animal licenses can be bought at the Town Office (202 3rd Ave West) Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding holidays.

3. When do I need to renew or purchase an animal license?

All animal licenses expire December 31st of the year issued. Licenses must be renewed prior to the expiration of the current year, and will be available at the Town Office in late fall.

All cats and dogs that are four months of age or older, require an animal license (see Section 13 Exemptions in Bylaw No. 23-851).

Bylaw No. 23-851

4. When do animal licenses expire?

Animal licenses expire December 31st of the year issued.

5. What do I do when I find a stray animal?

Stray animals can be taken to the Biggar Vet Clinic. The Town of Biggar will not pick up any stray animals.

6. Does the Town of Biggar have an off-leash dog area?

Biggar is a pet-friendly community.  Our off-leash dog area, Central Bark, is located at the north end of Ontario Street.  In all other areas of the Town of Biggar, dogs must be leashed at all times. Pet owners are reminded to please bring their own pet bags whenever they are out and about with their furry friends, so they are able to clean up after them.

7. I have a skunk in my yard, who do I call?

Please call a professional pest control service to assist you.

8. What dogs are prohibited in the Town of Biggar?

Please see Schedule "D" - Prohibited Animals in Bylaw No. 23-851.

Bylaw No. 23-851

9. Does the Town of Biggar rent traps out?

The Town of Biggar does not rent traps out.

Trapping dogs or cats at large is not permitted in the Town and is considered an offence. Please contact a professional animal control service to assist you.