M.D. of Northern Lights

Dog Control

Dog Control - Hamlets and Subdivisions

Effective August 21, 2002, the Municipal District of Northern Lights No. 22 established a bylaw to provide for the licensing, regulation and control of dogs for the purpose of public safety.  This bylaw applies to the Hamlets of Dixonville, Deadwood, North Star, Keg River, Notikewin and the sub-divisions of Aspen Grove, Northridge Estates, Weberville Country Estates, Sweetwater, Paradise Acres/Watson and Lovlin Flats.  Provincial Legislation such as the Dangerous Dog Act and the Stray Animal Act are used in all parts of the municipality that do not form part of a recognized Hamlet or sub-division.  

A Dog Control Officer has been contracted by the Municipal District of Northern Lights No.22 to patrol and enforce the Dog Control Bylaw in Hamlets and sub-divisions.  When a complaint is called into the MD office, the Chief Administrative Officer will contact the Dog Control Officer for action.

The MD encourages dog owners to have their dogs identified by:

• Registering and tagging with MD tags

• A microchip from the SPCA

• Tattooing from the Vet Clinic

If you chose to register with the MD, the Pet Tag License is available at the Municipal Services Building at 600-7th Avenue, NW Manning.  The cost of the tag and registration is $5.00 and is good for the lifetime of the dog.  Click here for a copy of the application form for a Pet Tag License. 

For more information call toll free 1-888-525-3481.

Visit the Alberta Animal Services website: www.albertaanimalservices.ca