Richmond Hill By-law 22-25, s. 1 — Responsible Pet Ownership and Animal Regulation By-law

1. Every Owner shall ensure an Enclosure used to shelter any Animal is at all times:

• a) structurally sound and in good working order;
• b) is weather-proof as to protect against the elements and Extreme Weather;
• c) provides adequate insulation, ventilation and lighting;
• d) kept in a clean and sanitary condition;
• e) protected such that the Animal contained would not be harmed, and its health would not be negatively affected for the reason of being placed in such an Enclosure;
• f) not exposed to noxious odours, lights or sounds;
• g) escape-proof, except for doghouses that are contained within a secure Enclosure such as a fully fenced yard;
• h) located not less than 1.52 metres (5 feet) from the Property line; and
• i) of adequate size and in a condition such that the animal may extend its legs, wings and body to its full natural extent, stand, sit, perch, turn around and lie down.