The Municipality of Central Huron requires that all dogs be licensed. The licence tag must remain attached to the dog at all times.

Licences can be obtained in person or by calling the Municipal Office, 23 Albert Street in Clinton. Licences can also be purchased through the mail.
Remember, a properly registered and licensed dog can easily be identified and returned to its owner if it is hurt or lost.

The by-law clearly states that an owner is responsible and liable for the actions of their dog.
While on it's home ground or under competent control, a dog is not likely to bite a neighbour's child, attack other pets or foul private or public property. It runs little risk of being bitten by a wild rabid animal and becoming a potential danger itself. Dogs with no homes or dogs that occasionally stray are considered dogs-at-large and cause most of the problems in our attempts to protect people and property.
A properly registered and licensed dog can easily be identified and it’s owner has every probability of retrieving it.
No dog shall be allowed to run at large or trespass on private property even when on a leash. Any dog running at large may be taken by the Animal Control Officer to the local pound. Any person owning a dog is responsible for cleaning up after it.

Stoop and Scoop
Dog owners (and walkers) are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs. Our neighbourhoods are for the use and enjoyment of all residents. Please carry a scoop and bag when with your dog off your property, and help keep our Municipality clean.

The Animal Control Officer is Robert Trick, who may be reached at 519-523-4387.

Dog tags may be purchased at the Municipal Office in Clinton.

Dog Tag Fees (PDF)

Fees are as follows:

Animal Control By-Law information coming soon.