Discover essential resources for managing pets and local wildlife in Halton Hills. This page provides guidance on responsible pet ownership, local by-laws, and wildlife management to ensure the safety and well-being of both animals and residents. You'll also find helpful tips for addressing wildlife encounters and fostering a harmonious community.
Learn about dog licensing and responsible pet ownership in the area under the town's By-law.
Coyotes are found in urban areas throughout North America, learn how to deter them and keep pets safe.
Omega Canine Control
A 24 Hour Emergency Service that can be contacted at 905-877-6235.
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To report a dog running loose
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If your pet is bitten by another animal
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If you suspect an animal has rabies
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If you have found a stray dog
Wildlife and You
We support a living-with-wildlife approach and offer information to help reduce conflict situations.
Animal Protection |
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Cruelty to any animal is not tolerated in Ontario. If you think an animal is in distress or is being abused, call 1-833-9-ANIMAL (264625). This includes animals that are injured, in pain, sick, suffering or abused, or lacking in proper care, water, food, or shelter. Please visit the Ministry of the Solicitor General for more information. |
Nuisance Wildlife & Traps |
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The natural environment within the Town of Halton Hills offers a haven for nuisance wildlife. Sometimes these animals can become unwanted house guests and trespassers. Please note it is an offence to use “leg-hold” traps or snares to catch animals. Anyone breaking this law could face a fine of up to $5,000. For information on control of nuisance wildlife, contact the Ministry of Natural Resources at 1 (905) 713-7400. They will also refer you to a local licensed trapper to assist you, but all costs are your responsibility. |
Rabies |
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Southern Ontario has the highest concentration of animal rabies in all of North America. Rabies kills animals and people. Fifty percent of people who come into contact with rabies are exposed to it by their household pets. Rabies is a fatal disease for which there is no cure once the disease takes hold. It is caused by a virus carried in the saliva of a rabid animal, which attacks the nervous system. It can be transmitted via a bite or when the saliva otherwise gets into an open wound, an eye, or the mouth. Not all rabid animals foam at the mouth and act madly. Some can act calm and tame. Therefore, stay away from wild animals even if they are acting friendly. Report any wild animal behaving oddly to Omega Canine Control Services at 905-877-6235. If you have been bitten by or exposed to a suspicious animal:
If your pet bites someone:
To protect you, your community, and your pets, all dogs three months of age or older must have annual rabies vaccinations. You will receive an immunization certificate and a rabies vaccination identification tag. The due date for re-vaccination is marked on the certificate. This certificate is required when purchasing a Town of Halton Hills dog tag. Failure to comply may result in a fine of up to $5,000. For further information about rabies regulations, call or write: Regional Municipality of Halton Health Department |
Sick Wildlife |
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The Ministry of Natural Resources is monitoring and testing raccoons and skunks in Halton Region. Due to the concern for public safety, Omega Canine Control Services will respond to calls regarding sick raccoons and skunks on public property. Calls will be accepted for private property on condition that the sick or injured animal is contained within a trap. These animals must be accessible to the Officers in the yard areas and not located in an attic, rooftop or similar inaccessible area. Traps can be obtained by residents by contacting Public Works at 905-873-2600 ext. 2607 for animals in this situation for a $100 returnable deposit and a $5 per day fee. Once captured, Canine Control staff will pick up the animal. Omega Canine Control Services can be reached at 905 877-6235. Please note that the Canine Control Officers will not respond to healthy wildlife on private property creating a nuisance. A private pest control company can assist residents with this problem. For further information on Responsible Pet Owner's By-law or to report violations of the By-law, please call 905-873-2600, ext. 2330 |