Clarington's Municipal Law Enforcement Officers investigate animal complaints and enforce animal-related municipal by-laws. Our staff is committed to educating the community about the by-laws and informing pet owners of their responsibilities.
Fill in the online form to file a complaint or report:
Aggressive dogs |
If a dog bites you or someone you know, seek medical attention right away. Report the dog bite to the Durham Region Health Department and notify Clarington Animal Services using the online report a problem form. If you know the owners of the animal, you should inform them of the incident. Be prepared to provide the following information when you call to report the bite:
Once notified, Clarington Animal Services will investigate the incident, and we may place an order to restrain on the animal. If your dog has bitten someone, we encourage you to be as cooperative as possible. Sharing your name, contact information and information about the dog will help Clarington Animal Services investigate. |
Barking dogs |
Clarington's noise by-law outlines rules surrounding persistent noise by a house pet such as barking, calling or whining. We recognize that many residents in our community work shifts and are entitled to a sound sleep. There are no "okay to bark" hours set aside during the day, contrary to what many people think. What can I do about a barking dog in my neighbourhood?
What happens if I file a complaint?
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