Limits on the Number of Dogs and Cats

The limits on the number of dogs and cats, over 20 weeks of age, per household within the city of Ottawa are as follows:

  • 3 dogs in all areas of the City
  • 5 cats in areas not zoned agricultural
  • where both dogs and cats are kept, a total of 5 animals, with a maximum of 3 dogs
  • no restriction on the number of cats kept in areas zoned agricultural

Discover how to protect yourself and others from vicious dogs and which communities allow dogs to have their day in the park.

Do you have more creatures to care for? Find out which provisions apply to cats and prohibited animals.

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