Project Background

The City of Edmonton is undertaking a comprehensive renewal of the current Animal Licensing and Control Bylaw (Bylaw 13145). The bylaw ensures responsible pet ownership and creates safe and healthy neighbourhoods.

The bylaw renewal project launched in 2023 and recognizes that the needs of residents have changed since the City Council passed the current bylaw in October 2002. A renewed bylaw will promote responsible pet ownership, provide for effective education and compliance and recognize new and emerging trends that impact residents, businesses and the environment.