Town of Antigonish Dog Control Services responds to dog-related public safety and nuisance issues, in accordance with the Dog Control By-law. Enforcement and public education are performed by the Town of Antigonish Dog Control Officer which provides important dog-related services, such as registering dog tags and sheltering dogs impounded under the Town of Antigonish Dog Control Bylaw. Dog Control works closely with the local SPCA who works through adoptions to find new homes for impounded dogs that have not been claimed by their owners.
Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday 8:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. (excluding Holidays)
Dog Control Services
- We reunite dogs with owners.
- We provide registered tags for dogs residing in the Town of Antigonish.
- We enforce the Town of Antigonish Dog Control Bylaw.
- We investigate citizen complaints regarding dogs.
- We help neighbours resolve dog-related issues.
- We shelter and care for dogs impounded under the Town of Antigonish Dog Control Bylaw up to 5 days and if not claimed turned over to the local SPCA to find new homes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I purchase registered dog tags?
The Town provides registered dog tags for pet owners. Registered tags can be purchased at Town Hall located at 274 Main Street, Antigonish. The fee for such registration will be $25.00 and is good for the life of the dog; a dog tag will be issued upon receipt of the fee. Each dog tag has a unique number. If your dog is lost and then is found, the Town can search for the owner's contact information associated with the registered tag.
How do I find my lost dog?
The owner of a lost dog can contact the following;
- Town of Antigonish Dog Control, 902-870-7503
- Antigonish SPCA, 863-2111
- Antigonish Veterinary Clinic, 863-3157
- Nova Scotia Lost Dog Network, http://ns.lostdognetwork.com/
- Media: 98.9 Nothing but Hits 863-4580, and 101.5 the Hawk (902)625-1220
How do I register a dog complaint?
There are many ways to contact the Town to register a complaint. You may contact Dog Control 902-870-7503, or by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our Report a Concern page, under our Services tab, for more information on how to file a Concerned Citizen Report.
How do I report a stray dog?
To report a stray dog, you may contact any of the following:
- Town of Antigonish Dog Control 902-870-7503, or by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Antigonish SPCA 863-2111
- Media: 98.9 Nothing but Hits 863-4580, and 101.5 the Hawk (902)625-1220
How do I retrieve my dog from Dog Control Services?
To retrieve a stray dog, please contact Town of Antigonish Dog Control 902-870-7503, or by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
What are my responsibilities as a Dog Owners?
Dog owners must keep their dogs under effective restraint or control at all times and specifically, this shall mean that the following conditions must always apply: a dog must be tied in such a way that it cannot leave the owner’s premises, or a dog may be restrained through the use of caging or fencing so that the dog cannot leave the owner’s premises, or a dog shall only be permitted to leave the owner’s premises when it is leashed and under the effective control of a responsible person. It shall be an offence under the Town of Antigonish Dog Control By-Law for the owner of any dog to allow such dog to; run at large; create a disturbance by barking or howling; not be registered and accordance with the Town of Antigonish Dog Control By-Law; attack someone or damage or destroy someone’s property; Defecate anywhere except on the owner’s premises and not cause such defecation to be removed immediately.
Does the Town deal with nuisance wildlife and/or pest control?
The Town does not deal with nuisance wildlife and/or pest control. The Town advises residents reach out to a pest and wildlife control service for the best assistance.
Contact Dog Services
For more information on Dog Control Services, or to inform the Town of dog control-related matters, please contact the Department of Corporate Services at 902-863-2351.
