Animal Control and Licensing, Lost & Found Pets

The Town of Strathmore promotes and supports responsible dog ownership and their first priority is the health and safety of the general public.

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Information about Licensing Your Pets
Bylaw links and Reminders to Pet Owners
Strathmore's Dog Park location and information

Lost and found pets

Urban Hen Bylaw

How to license your pet

Animals over the age of six months are required to have a license. See the fees listed below. Fill out the information in the Animal License form and take it the Municipal Building where you can pay at the front service desk. Residents may also us the overnight drop box located at the front door of the municipal building. Include your form and payment in an envelope and your license tags will be mailed out to you.

Complete the Animal License form - click below:

Animal License Form

Please note: No license fee is payable for Foster Animal Care - SECTION 4 of the Access Bylaw , which contains charges and offenses relating to Animal Control:

Access Bylaw 22-20

Pet License Information & Reminders to Pet Owners:

Dog License Annual Fee*

Spayed or neutered: $35.00/year

Intact: $60.00/year

Cat License Annual Fee*

Spayed or neutered: $25.00

Intact: $30.00

Other Animals Licensing Annual Fee*

Exotic Animal: $25.00/year

Urban Beekeeping: $30.00/year

Replacement License Tag Fee: $10.00

Dangerous Animal License: $250.00

Review of Dangerous Animal Declaration Fee: $150.00 + costs

Application Fee – Beekeeping: $50.00 (1 time)

Application Fee – Exotic Pet: $100.00 (1 time)

Impound/Animal Shelter Fee

Dogs: $50 per day

Cats: $50 per day

Other: cost +15% administration

Veterinary Fees: costs +15% administration

Euthanizing Fee: costs +15% administration

Outdoor Care - Barking Dogs

Barking Dogs

Do not let your dog bark for long periods of time.

Shelter & Outdoor Care

Remember to have food and water available if your pet is outside. It is important for your pet to have shelter from the elements in winter as well as summer.

Control of Pets on Walks & at Home

Control of Pets on Walks & at Home

When walking your dog or cat you are required to use a restraining device.
A restraining device means any leash or other restraining system capable of allowing the Owner
- to maintain adequate control of the attached Animal and
- preventing the Animal from chasing or biting other Animals or Persons,
- or if located on the property of the Owner, capable of restraining the animal within the boundaries of the Owner's property.

Dog Park

The Strathmore Dog Park is located at 99 Slater Rd., and is closed between the hours of 12am to 5am. Please pick up after your dog!

Rules:

No smoking
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Pick up after your dog
Keep the gates closed at all times
Vicious dogs are not allowed in the park
You must know where your animal is at all times
Dogs must remain on leash upon entrance and exit from the park - no exceptions
Please ensure your pet does not harass livestock in the surrounding pasture
All pets must be vaccinated and have a valid dog license

Lost and found pets

Lost animals are kept in a holding facility. Animals with identification are held for ten days and animals with no identification are held for three days.

Animal control is administered by Municipal Enforcement. They can be reached at: 403-361-2112.

Tips if you see a lost pet

The streets can be a rough place for a pet, and someone out there is likely worried sick about their family member. Thanks for stepping in to keep them safe. If the dog looks healthy and you feel safe, we ask that you do your best to try and help reunite the animal with its owner. Here are a few things you can do to help get them back home.

What You Can Do:

Check for a tag: If the dog has a tag with a license number, give Municipal Enforcement a call at 403-361-2112. They can check for the owner’s contact info and, if the owner’s given permission, they’ll share it with you. If not, they can make the call on your behalf.
Take the dog for a walk: Sometimes, the simplest way to find the owner is by walking the dog around your neighborhood. Ask your neighbors if they recognize the dog. You can also hang up posters or drop off leaflets in mailboxes to spread the word.
Use online tools: Post about the found dog on sites like Kijiji or Craigslist, and definitely get on social media. A quick post on Facebook pages like Strathmore, Alberta & Area Lost and Found Pets or Lost & Found Pets - Calgary and Surrounding Areas can get a lot of eyes on your message. Local community pages are also a great option!
Visit the Municipal Building: During business hours (Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), you can bring the dog to the Strathmore Municipal Building. Ask at the front desk to speak with Municipal Enforcement, and they’ll help from there. You can call the Municipal Building at 403-934-3133.
After-hours care: If it’s after hours or a weekend, you might need to consider keeping the dog safe until the Municipal Building opens again. If that’s not possible, the Strathmore RCMP can assist until Municipal Enforcement is available. Call the RCMP non-emergency line at 403-934-3535 or bring the dog to the Strathmore detachment located at 500 Westlake Rd.

Emergency Care

If the dog seems to be in bad shape—things like heavy bleeding, difficulty breathing, broken bones, seizures, or if it’s unconscious—don’t wait. Call the Animal Care Centre of Strathmore at 403-901-1800. Their team offers 24-hour emergency services and takes in injured lost pets for the Town.