Dogs are welcome in many City of North Vancouver parks, including the leash-optional Lynnmouth, Mosquito Creek West and Kings Mill Walk parks. Scroll down for more information on dogs in City parks and dog etiquette.
Dog Etiquette
Take a moment to understand these signs so you can follow them in City parks:
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 Leash optional
Ensure you have control of your dog at all times
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 Dogs on-leash
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 Dogs prohibited
Know where dogs are not permitted *
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 Owners must pick up dog waste
There's no such thing as a Poo Fairy.
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 Take a bag, leave a bag
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* Dogs are not permitted on playgrounds, picnic areas, playing fields, beaches, fitness circuits, running tracks, golf courses, bowling greens, tennis courts or in the North Vancouver cemetery. For more information please download and read through the Parks Regulation Bylaw 6611.
Visit the Dog Licences & Renewals page for further details.
Spaying and Neutering
Spaying and neutering is encouraged to reduce unwanted pet populations.
Dog Violations & Fines
| Violation |
Fine |
| Failure to Affix Licence Tag |
$ 60 |
| Dog at Large |
$ 60 |
| Unmuzzled Vicious Dog |
$ 400 |
| Unconfined Vicious Dog |
$ 400 |
| Leaving Excrement |
$ 60 |
| Unlicenced Dog |
$ 60 |
Dog Tax & Regulation Bylaw
To ensure the safety of the public and their pets, the City approved a Dog Tax and Regulation Bylaw. Under the bylaw, every owner of an animal that is defined as vicious is encouraged to take proper command of their pet at all times. Failure to do so will result in higher license fees, fines and/or related costs (e.g. pound fees).
Animal Control Services
| Day & Time |
Contact Number |
| Monday to Friday |
604-969-7378 |
| After Hours |
604-607-1651 |
| Email |
animalcontrol@cnv.org |
Find information about the City's Animal Control services.
Wildlife
Any issues related to wildlife should be referred to the Conservation Office at 1-877-952-7277.