Pets

The City does not have any specific by-laws regarding cats. At the same time, cat owners are expected to act responsibly and have their cats sterilized to prevent overpopulation, strays and needless suffering.

On the road

Individuals have the right to ride their horses on the road, in accordance with the Road Safety Rules for Horse Riders. Motorists must slow down when they are passing a horse and rider.

On a trail

Since January 1, 2021, anyone who wishes to ride a horse on a public horse trail in Saint-Lazare must be a member of Club équestre Les Forestiers Inc., whether they are residents of Saint-Lazare or not. These individuals must be ready to show proof of membership to anyone who can enforce the by-law, most notably a patrol officer. For information on fees or to view the trail map, visit Club équestre Les Forestiers.

Licence

All dogs within the municipality must have a licence. This provision does not apply to dogs kept in kennels or to puppies kept with their mother until the age of six (6) months.

The licence:

• Is permanent, which means that it is valid for the entire life of the dog
• Is available at a cost of $25
• Can be obtained:
  • In person at the City Hall reception desk (1960 Chemin Sainte-Angélique)
  • By printing and filling out the form and submitting it by mail (or by placing it in the mailbox located outside City Hall) accompanied by a cheque made out to the order of “Ville de Saint-Lazare.” The licence is then sent to the owner by mail.

Loss and deterioration:

• In the event of the loss or deterioration of the permanent licence, you can obtain a replacement at City Hall at a cost of $10, upon representation of the original receipt.

Purpose:

• The licence enables the City, the animal controller or residents who find a lost dog to quickly identify it and reunite the animal with its owner.
• It is also required by a provincial law that requires cities and towns to be able to identify dogs in this manner.

Breeds

The City regulates dangerous dogs without prohibiting any particular breed.

Provincial regulation

• The provincial regulation requires that dogs be kept on leash at all times when outside of a private property.

  
  Breeds

  The City regulates dangerous dogs without prohibiting any particular breed.

  Provincial regulation

• This leash must measure 1.85 metres or less.
• If a dog weighs 20 kg or more, it must also wear a halter or harness.
• Failing to respect this regulation may result in a fine between $500 to $1,500.
• Visit the Publications Québec Web site to access the regulation in its entirety (P-38.002, r. 1 – Regulation respecting the application of the Act to promote the protection of persons by establishing a framework with regard to dogs.)

Municipal regulations

For the purpose of municipal dog control, the following by-laws apply in addition to the provincial regulation:

• No. 600 (complement to the provincial regulation)
• No. 637 (use of municipal parks)
• No. 1068 (nuisances - abandonment, noise, biting, excrement, damage, etc.)

Pet owner responsibilities

Responsible pet owners:

• Keep their dog on leash whenever they leave home;
• Always pick up and dispose of excrement in a hygienic manner;
• Do not allow their dog to bark, howl, whine or make noise that disturbs the peace and tranquility of those who live, work or are passing through the neighbourhood;
• Have their dog sterilized;
• Find their dog a new home if they are moving and cannot take the dog with them;
• Do not leave their dog in a car when the weather is hot.

Municipal by-laws authorize the keeping of chickens in non-agricultural zones, under certain conditions, subject to obtaining a permit ($).

View the information leaflet.

Domestic chicken coop

How to protect your hens during winter (French). 

Find out more in the Permits, Certificates and Urban Planning By-laws section.