Victoria By-law 11-044, s. 24(3) — Animal Responsibility Bylaw

After designating a dog as a dangerous dog, an animal control officer must inform the owner of the dog in writing of

• (a) the designation and its length, and
• (b) the responsibilities of the owner of a dangerous dog. Control of dangerous dogs 29 (1) Except as allowed under subsection (2) and subject to subsection (3), the owner of a dangerous dog must not allow the dangerous dog to be in a public place or on any private lands and premises unless the dog is
• (a) firmly held by a person competent to restrain the dog on a leash not exceeding 2.4 m in length, and
• (b) properly fitted with a humane basket muzzle that allows the dog to pant and drink. Bylaw current to July, 2022. To obtain latest amendments, if any, contact Legislative Services at 250-361-0571.