Pet regulations and fines

Chickens

Animal Control Officers (ACOs) are responsible for enforcing the Animal Control Bylaw. The bylaw regulates a range of topics, including:

  • Off-leash dogs (outside of designated off-leash areas)
  • Unlicensed dogs
  • Aggressive animals
  • Banned animals
  • Backyard chickens

Depending on the specific circumstances, a violation of the bylaw may result in:  

  • A Warning Notice (an "AC notice")
  • A Bylaw Violation Notice (a BVN)
  • A Municipal Ticket Information (an MTI)
  • A Prosecution Report (a long form ticket)

The penalties range from a warning or a fine to prosecution in court. 

Pay your ticket

Contact Animal Services

1280 Raymur Ave
Vancouver, BC V6A 3L8

Street parking is limited on Raymur and Malkin. Park on neighbouring streets.

Phone: 604-873-7000
Fax: 604-871-6862
Email: animal.services@vancouver.ca

Animal Services hours

Daily, 10am to 6pm

Pet adoption 

By appointment only. Email animal.shelter@vancouver.ca

Closed on holidays.