In most areas, dogs must be kept on a leash and under control. Guelph has some designated off-leash areas, and all dogs must be licensed.Contact the Guelph Humane Society at 519-824-3091 or use the map app to:
- Report a lost pet online
- Get a dog license (tags) or register your pet online
- Report an off-leash or aggressive dog
- Report an animal in distress
- Report road kill or deceased animal on public property
- Call 519-837-2529
- Report a pet waste problem online
We’ll respond within two days - Use the map app to report a pet waste problem
Coyotes are usually wary of humans and avoid people whenever possible. They are wild animals and should not be approached.
- Call 519-837-2529
- Report a coyote sighting online
We’ll respond within two days - Use the map app to report a coyote sighting
Learn more about coyotes in Guelph and get more coyote safety tips
Learn about all kinds of urban wildlife in Guelph
The Animal Control Bylaw applies to keeping chickens/poultry, ducks, geese, pigeons, snakes, monkeys, raccoons, and other animals.
- Call 519-837-2529
- Report an animal concern online
We’ll respond within two days - Use the map app to report a concern about poultry