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Owning a Pet in Edmonton
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: s: c+ R; A0 e7 V$ W& a( y3 kOrange cat in Edmonton.9 Y: m- P! l: i" B- V. F; N
# J3 s7 R2 t( {0 F T# v" QResponsible pet owners not only look after their pet’s health and wellness, they also make sure their pet is a positive addition to the community. & Y' T$ [) _4 @9 A' G- P4 D+ X2 f
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There are a few obligations you have as a pet owner to be considerate of your neighbours and protect your pet.
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( l, D. _8 n3 |1 I) _* U HGet a Licence% X' E& m0 A4 O0 h, D
7 n% ]; G8 b' ^' h: ZAll dogs and cats six months or older must have a valid pet licence and tags, so we can contact you if your pet gets lost. This even applies to indoor pets because they can slip out open windows or doors from time to time.) L- @$ }( }& V. R* G0 \5 v/ y r
3 I0 B6 J2 J6 l& oGetting a microchip or tattoo for your pet are also great ways to make sure we can contact you, but they are not a substitute for a licence.
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Licences are affordable and available online, by mail, by fax, or in person.# S5 `. V. l, V h' n& s0 L
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Keep Them Controlled
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$ N" k7 d l' aDogs are not allowed to be loose, unless they are on your property or in a designated off-leash area. We also recommend that you keep your cats indoors or supervise them if they go outside. 3 I- T% B6 x2 e- R& `
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Dogs must always be on a leash when on public property and should be contained in a secure yard or building when on your property. Dogs are not allowed on school grounds, sports fields, playgrounds, and golf courses.( f$ O. C! w- m6 Q' M; f$ I ^
) `( `/ w+ F7 Y. F ], ^6 Q, XCats are best kept inside a secure yard on your property. Allowing your cat to freely roam is dangerous for them and can lead to conflict with your neighbours. A cat roaming on private property can be trapped and taken to the Animal Care & Control Centre. They are safest at home. # ]# a' j3 I/ I" P6 D2 o0 y! m
' p5 J8 R- ]+ P$ E6 U ADog with head out window in Edmonton.Prevent Excessive Barking
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; j$ y! z" U' [5 Z0 mBarking is natural for dogs when they are bored, lonely, or want to alert their owners of something, but excessive barking can disturb your neighbours.+ Q! q" x" O# `
) }' G1 n$ j5 J" [& oExcessive barking can be addressed through dog training, socializing, exercising, and family interaction.$ {+ K. F9 A0 F5 r& V7 W
! O3 O5 _9 Z: P" iScoop the Poop 6 Z2 j+ f- s% U2 ?4 f, L$ ~ a! e
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Pet waste can be smelly, unattractive, and can even be a health issue for you and your pet. Carry a bag with you to pick-up your pet’s poop whenever you are off your property. Poop can be collected in a plastic bag and thrown in the garbage.
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9 E3 B& d# [: k, p) k9 n1 h: Y! sYou do not need to clean up waste immediately on your private property, but you still need to clean it up regularly. Allowing excessive waste to build up affects your neighbours and pet negatively.
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. G$ L0 c' ]. q1 n1 }- V- d2 P HProtect Them from Wildlife6 k6 Q# i2 p- V: V k5 i( X$ q
8 K: V1 `9 g5 M6 Q4 s$ GThere are wild animals in the Edmonton area that can injure or kill cats and dogs. Closely supervising your pet at parks and being aware of your surroundings are the best ways to keep them safe.: I3 s/ n; F$ e1 v* m! Y
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Coyotes are one of the main wildlife dangers for pets. For more information on other wildlife in the area, visit % }; i2 }8 r: g3 a- i
Alberta Fish and Wildlife.
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Spay or Neuter$ F, R4 |! [4 m9 i! S% P" o
% B3 X6 V3 `+ g" R# JWhile spaying or neutering is not required in Edmonton, it is highly recommended.
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) |: E2 C( J7 e" W$ c' g" ^) {2 Y; H“Fixing” your pet prevents the birth of unwanted animals, improves overall health, and reduces aggression in dogs.1 U# L& ~5 |5 u( }( u, }, ~. m" H
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Spayed and neutered pets are also significantly cheaper to license.
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2 F0 A0 W3 M- T* ]- S5 g( UOwners of guide and service dogs are required to control excessive barking, use a leash, clean up waste, and get a pet licence.9 |. B& N" w% g. u
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However, the City waives licence fees for dogs that have been trained by a recognized agency to assist people with special needs.
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4 d+ P& B7 ~3 H9 y1 RGuide and service dogs are also allowed everywhere, including school grounds, City facilities, and on transit.
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Guide and service dog use is regulated by Alberta's - X& y# C" r2 r8 ?- n
Service Dogs Act and Blind Person's Rights Act.
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$ r3 @) ^! F( f9 Q" F" E) iFor more information:4 o# }* O2 H; O+ X, f
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Animal Care & Control Centre* D4 b) t# _* L- A$ I
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& J+ I; \1 x0 W/ {- cFacility information and hours
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In Edmonton: 311! _$ Z! b+ x5 j5 [ n6 S1 P
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Outside Edmonton: 780-442-5311 o4 H# o& k& |& b. g+ {
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