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Home & Neighbourhood Pets and Animal Control
Responsible pet owners are considerate of their neighbours, look after the health and wellbeing of their pets and keep their pets safe and secure.
Urban bees and chickens have their own set of guidelines and rules that are related to our Urban Agriculture Plan.
Beaumont’s Animal Control Bylaw includes several obligations pet owners have to both their pets and the community.” Responsible pet ownership” in the City of Beaumont includes practices that prioritize the health, safety and positive contribution of pets to the community. This includes proper care, licensing and adherence to guidelines outlined in the renewed Animal Control Bylaw.Â
Dogs should not be off-leash unless they are on your property or in a designated off-leash area. The fine for violating this bylaw is $100.Â
It can be dangerous for cats to roam freely and has the potential for conflict with neighbours.Â
Take pride in your community and pick up after your pet. Carry a bag to pick up your pet’s waste whenever you are out together. The fine for violating this bylaw is $100.Â
Although this is not legislated in Beaumont, it is best practice to spay and neuter your animal.Â
Proper positive socialization with other dogs and people is critical for a dog’s wellbeing. Starting socialization early can help your dog live a happy and well-balanced life.Â
Your pets are family! If they get lost, licences allow them to get back home easier. All dogs and cats 6 months or older that reside in Beaumont must have a valid animal licence and tags. The fine for failing to obtain a licence is $250 and the fine for failing to display a tag is $100.
In addition, no more than three each of either cats or dogs for a total of four cats and dogs combined, are allowed per household.
Pet Licence Application Form [pdf] Pet Licence Information Sheet [pdf]
Beaumont has adopted a community-minded approach to having a pet in your family. Responsible pet ownership will be an ongoing promotion throughout the program. We all have accountability to ensure that our pets can be integrated into the community in a safe and enjoyable manner.Â
Stray animalsÂ
If you have located a stray cat or dog:Â
Domesticated livestock are animals kept for agricultural purposes, excluding dogs and cats. Chickens and bees would fall under the Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw’s definition of livestock.
The City of Beaumont released a comprehensive Urban Agriculture Plan [pdf] in November 2023 to support the city’s vision of continuing to be a nimble agricultural innovator and empower the community to engage in urban agriculture, while connecting new local initiatives to Beaumont’s rich agricultural heritage in a just and sustainable way. Learn more on the Urban Agriculture page. Beaumont is currently exploring the feasibility of an urban agriculture pilot program.
Source: https://www.alberta.ca/coyotes.aspx
Replaces the Animal Control Bylaw (851-15)