Total Burn Ban in Effect

A total burn ban is in effect for Greater Napanee from April 1 to May 15, 2025. The Greater Napanee Fire Department strongly advises residents to practice fire safety by adhering to the total burn ban as firefighters have attended two instances of grass fires within the last week. 

Visit the Burn Bans, Permits and Open Air Burning page on our website to learn more. 

Dog Control

Please refer to this page for general information on Dogs and Dog Licencing in Greater Napanee.  

If this is a life threatening emergency, call 911 immediately. 

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Dog By-law

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Animal Control

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Kennel Licencing

Purchase a Licence

The Town of Greater Napanee’s Dog Control By-Law regulates Dogs licensing and control of dogs within the municipality. 

How many dogs can I have? 

You can have up to 3 individually licensed dogs per household unless you have a kennel licence. 

Who do I call if I have lost my dog or have found a stray dog? 

The Town has contracted Frontenac Municipal Law Enforcement as dog control officers for Greater Napanee. If you have lost your dog or have found a stray, please call Frontenac Municipal Law Enforcement at 613-541-3213. 

If you have licensed your dog online, DocuPet’s HomeSafeTM Service can also help. Login to your profile and report your dog lost. An email will go out to community members letting them know how they can help. 

How do I complain about barking dogs or poop and scoop? 

The Town has contracted Frontenac Municipal Law Enforcement as Dog Control Officers for Greater Napanee. If you have a complaint, please call Frontenac Municipal Law Enforcement at 613-541-3213 

The Town of Greater Napanee dog licensing program is managed by DocuPet. DocuPet provides a licensing solution that is simple and convenient and includes added benefits for dog owners including the HomeSafeTM Lost Pet Service, designer tag options, and vouchers. Municipal dog licences can be purchased online through DocuPet: 

Purchase Your Dog Licence 

How much does a dog licence cost? 

Licences are required for all dogs over 12 weeks old living in the Town of Greater Napanee. They must be renewed every year prior to the expiration date. Failure to present a valid licence will result in a fine of up to $100.00. 

Fee Schedule

Licence Type  Fee Amount 
Altered/Intact  $20.00
Replacement Tag  $5.00
Service Dog  No charge 

Please note that Greater Napanee’s dog licensing program now operates on a 365-day cycle. This means that all licences expire the following year on the date they were purchased. 

Where can I buy a dog licence? 

You can license online in less than 5 minutes and will immediately gain access to your dog’s profile, which is used to reunite you with your dog if it becomes lost. You will comply as soon as you complete the form. 

*Please note that your dog tag will be mailed to you within 8 to 10 business days. 

If you're looking to renew your dog licence or have licensed with DocuPet in the past, please visit the DocuPet website. 

You can also license over the phone by calling DocuPet at 1-855-249-1370. 

  • You can license by mail: 2 Gore St., Kingston, ON, K7L 2L1  
  • You can licence in-person at the Town of Greater Napanee Municipal Administration Centre (99-A Advance Ave

Does my dog have to be licensed? 

If you own a dog over the age of 12 weeks in the Town of Greater Napanee, you are required to license it each year. 

You can license your dog online, over the phone, by mail, or in person.

 What are the benefits of licensing my dog? 

It is our responsibility to provide a safe community for our citizens and their pets. Licensing plays an important role in our ability to fulfill this responsibility. A licence allows animal control to identify your dog, get in touch with you, and make decisions that are in the best interest of your dog should it become lost or injured. 

The Town has partnered with DocuPet to make every dog licence as valuable to you as it is to animal safety. 

Your DocuPet Membership includes: 

  • Personalizable Dog Tags with secure online profile 

  • The HomeSafe™ Lost Pet Service 

  • Designer tag selections 

  • Access to great dog safety and wellness products 

  • Thanks for supporting animal welfare 

Where does the money from municipal dog licences go? 

Licensing fees help cover the costs of essential animal services including: 

  • Emergency service all year round 

  • Feeding, sheltering and safekeeping of impounded animals 

  • Supporting the rescue of lost and/or homeless dogs 

  • Supporting medical care for sick or injured dogs 

  • Public education initiatives within the community 

I no longer own my dog - how can I update the Town? 

Get in touch with the DocuPet customer service team to update your record by calling 1-855-249-1370 or emailing info@docupet.com. 

Dog owners are responsible for following the Town of Greater Napanee's Dog Control By-law when visiting any park or trail within Greater Napanee. Please note that there are no off-leash dog parks located within Greater Napanee.  

When visiting a park or trail, all dog owners must: 

  • Abide by all municipal signage when visiting a park or trail with your dog 
  • Ensure that your dog remains on a leash at all times in any parks or trails within Greater Napanee 
  • Clean up after your dog. Waste can be disposed of in available waste receptacles. If there are none available, please take your pet's waste home with you and dispose of it in the trash. Failure to clean up after your dog can result in a fine. 

Please see our Parks and Conservation Areas & Trails pages for a list of parks and trails open to you and your leashed dog. 

Why Keeping Your Dog on a Leash in Public Spaces is Important: 

Allowing your dog to be off leash in public spaces, or in areas where you may encounter an unfamiliar dog or person, can pose a considerable safety risk. Having a dog off-leash can cause foreseeable injuries or concerns, such as: 

  • A child or adult being attacked by an unleashed dog 

  • A conflict between two or more unleashed dogs 

  • An injury to a dog owner trying to protect their dog from another 

  • Having an unleashed dog in an unfenced area could increase the chances of your dog running off and getting lost or hurt 

  • An unleashed dog can cause anxiety in a child or adult who is uncomfortable being around unfamiliar dogs 

  • There could be materials such as broken glass or debris that could be harmful or hazardous to a dog who is running around 

As per by-law No. 2024-0055, The Town of Greater Napanee requires a Kennel Licence if there are more than 3 dogs on a property. Please submit an application form for any new applications or annual renewals. The following are the current application fees based on the number of dogs and the date a renewal is received. For more information, please see Town by-law No. 2024-0055.  

Number of Dogs  Fee (Before March 1) Fee (After March 1)
4-10 dogs  $125.00 $250.00
11-25 dogs $200.00 $400.00
26 or more dogs  $400.00 $800.00

Learn more about about caring for dogs kept outdoors by viewing the Fact Sheet for Standards of Care for Outdoor Dogs. 

Questions about Kennel Licences can be directed to Shannon Kennelly at 613-776-1122. 

Contact Us

Town of Greater Napanee
99-A Advance Avenue
Napanee, ON K7R 3Y5
Phone: (613) 354-3351
Email: info@greaternapanee.com

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