To leash or not to leash!!!

[MikePal]

Actually, the law states dogs must be under control at all times while on crown land. Kinda fuzzy about licensed hunting dogs though!!

I'm pretty sure think the term 'under control' doesn't necessarily mean 'leashed'...I have not seen a sign saying "Dogs must be leashed" on crown land.

[chris lavoie]

Its OMNR law.

[werner.reiche]

Can of worms, that.
I think a dog has absolutely zero rights on my private property. Zero. If the owner is willing to take that risk, fine. But they should under no circumstances whine or protest if their dog is hit by a car, shot for running deer, or if there is a feud with the neighbours. For the record, I like dogs. But I have had a couple set-tos with irresponsibe owners who thought it was unreasonable of me not to allow their dog to use my yard as a toilet.
Like I said, a can of worms.

Yes, a can of worms. But the law says only a CO can shoot a dog for running deer. And a dog can only be shot for trespassing if the landowner has poultry or livestock. Very limited circumstances where a dog can legally be shot - and the consequences can include criminal charges and civil liability.

[werner.reiche]

Its OMNR law.

Nope. It's not. If it were, you'd give me a reference to it.

There are no "OMNR" laws. There is the fish and wildlife conservation act, located here:

http://www.e-laws.gov.on.ca/html/reg...s_980665_e.htm

If you can find which law you are referencing there, let me know.

[chris lavoie]

Both of you are right, it doesn't say on a leash!! The law states you can not allow your dogs to harass wildlife. It's a hefty fine.

A dog can be shot only by a by law officer or C.O.

****The regulation handbook states that it is not a complete manual of the regulations and to contact OMNR for questions on the law.****

If my dog saw a deer it instinctively wants to chase it. Weighs about 16lbs. It's on the leash 100% of the time. I don't live in a city.

[MikePal]

It's on the leash 100% of the time. I don't live in a city.

But that is your choice...it's not the law...(assuming you are void of bylaws that state otherwise)

[trimmer21]

Its OMNR law.

If you shoot someone's dog without lawful authority,unless that dog is attacking you or your livestock in the case of a farmer,you can lose your guns,PAL,and wind up in jail. Only a CO or Police Constable while in lawful execution of their duty has that authority.

[chris lavoie]

Your right again. But as soon as the dog chases I am breaking the law as a dog owner.

Trimmer I agree with you. I already stated only a by law officer or co has the right to shoot a running dog.

Here our by law officer is the OPP.

[chris lavoie]

****I found the info on page 26 of the hunting regulations summary. It says " Dogs may not run at large in an area inhabited by deer, moose, elk, caribou during the closed seasons.

Dogs must be licensed for hunting. Cost is $13.50 or so.

States that even if there is an open season, certain municipalities have by-laws that affect the use of dogs while hunting.

[MikePal]

It says " Dogs may not run at large in an area inhabited by deer, moose, elk, caribou during the closed seasons.

Yes, we know "running at large" is the opposite of "being under control"...that was never in dispute, but being under control doesn't mean having to be on a leash or tethered.

Your thread is asking our thoughts on 'leashs'....It's not cut and dry, where you live, where you walk your dog, the breed your dog etc etc. My dogs run free....but they are working breeds that have no interest in going into the bush and chasing deer.

Why would I tether them to the wall of the barn ?