Kitimat is a pet-friendly community with plenty of spaces to walk your dogs and with dog waste bags available at locations throughout the community. (And we really mean throughout the community!)
Here is a quick summary of things to know about owning a pet in Kitimat:
- When outdoors, dogs need to be on a leash unless you are at a designated off-leash area. Click here to learn more where those are.
- You must clean up after your dog.
- Your dog needs to be licenced once they are four months old.
- Visit the Kitimat Municipal Office at 270 City Centre to purchase a dog licence.
| Dog designation | Cost |
|---|---|
| Neutered Male or Spayed Female (proof required) | $15 per year |
| Intact Dogs | $50 per year |
| Guide Dogs | No cost |
| Dangerous Dogs | $300 per year |
* There is a $2 charge for the replacement of lost dog tags
Animal bylaws
All bylaws relating to animal control are under Part 5, Division 5 of the Kitimat Municipal Code.
Enforcement of animal bylaws in the District of Kitimat is handled by the Kitimat Community Humane Society. This includes:
- Excessive barking.
- Animals on the loose.
- Animal neglect.
- Animal impoundment.
Refer to the Code for specific information.
Report an issue relating to animals either through our Report an Issue page here, or contact the Kitimat Community Humane Society directly through their website here. You may also call them by phone at 250-632-7373, or cell phone 250-639-6297.
Animal adoption services
The Kitimat Community Humane Society also offers animal adoption services for the community.
The animal adoption shelter hours of operation are:
- Monday to Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The shelter is located at 1000 Eurocan Way.
You can learn more on their website here.
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