The City of Dryden has increased fines for animal control violations.
A number of fees have jumped from $60 to $105 for such offences as failing to license a dog and allowing a dog to run at large.
Police Chief Doug Palson says the changes follow a comprehensive review.
Palson says the old fines were outdated and they took a look at rates in other regional communities and discovered they were considerably lower.
Impound boarding fees for dogs and cats are now $20 per day.
Cody Fedorchuk is the new Animal Control and Bylaw Enforcement Officer.
Palson says the public is encouraged to report any animal complaints.
Animal/Bylaw Enforcement Hours of Operation
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00-4:00
Tuesday and Thursday 8:00-12:00
Call 223-1137 ext. 6008
A few points to remember:
-Allow your dog to run at large…..you could receive a fine in the amount of $105
-Dogs or cats impounded by the Animal Control Officer are subject to fines and impound fees starting at $25 per day
-Keep an eye on your dog or cat. Do not let them trespass on privately owned property. Fine-$105
-Failing to license your dog or displaying a dog tag could cost you $105
-Allowing your animal to make noise that disturbs the public-$105
-Failing to remove dog waste can cost you $105
-Keeping more than two dogs is a fine of $105
-Be a responsible pet owner; contract your Veterinarian for information on Spaying, Neutering and Micro-Chipping your pets.
