For questions regarding the administration of the pound keeping and animal control program, please contact the Municipal Office at 519-294-6244
Animal Control Services & Poundkeeper Information
Effective July 3, 2026, the Municipality of North Middlesex has partnered with the Southwest Middlesex Animal Shelter to provide comprehensive animal control, and pound keeping services.
- If you are inquiring about a lost dog or cat, please direct inquiries to (519) 902-4947 or @email
Services Provided
The Southwest Middlesex Animal Shelter fulfils municipal animal control duties under the Pounds Act, Dog Owners’ Liability Act, and provincial regulations.
Key services include:
- Stray & Confined Animals: Picking up stray dogs and cats
- Pound & Adoption Operations: Maintaining a clean, humane, and regulatory-compliant facility for lost, seized, or surrendered pets, alongside active pet reunification
Service Hours & Emergency Response
- Standard Pickup Window: response to requests to pick up confined stray animals between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. daily. (Note: "Confined" refers to an animal safely restricted within an area like a fenced yard or garage).
- After-Hours Emergency Services: Emergency responses are reserved for critical situations involving public safety, such as active domestic animal attacks, severely injured animals, or high-risk incidents requiring coordination with emergency services.
- Public Access: The shelter is open to the public during normal business hours for inquiries and animal claims (appointments may apply).
Dog Licensing Requirements
- Please note that dog license administration remains the direct responsibility of the Municipality of North Middlesex. Visit the Municipal Office.
- Important Claim Requirement: If your dog is impounded, the shelter is legally required to verify that you have a valid, paid-for municipal dog license before your pet can be released back to you.
Shelter Contact & Location Details
For animal control requests, lost pet inquiries, or to report a stray animal, please reach out directly to the provider:
- Provider Name: Southwest Middlesex Animal Shelter
- Facility Address: 3427 Concession Dr, Glencoe, ON, N0L 1M0
- Phone Number: (519) 902-4947
- Email Address: @email
BY-LAW 090 OF 2022 - ANIMAL CONTROL BY-LAW
The Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program compensates eligible producers for livestock, poultry, and honey bee losses caused by wildlife. The Municipality administers applications and investigations locally, while compensation decisions are made by the Province
Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation (OWDC) Program
The Municipality of North Middlesex coordinates claims under the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program. The purpose of the Program is to provide compensation to eligible applicants whose livestock and/or poultry have been injured or killed as a result of wildlife. The owner must contact the Municipality within forty-eight (48) hours of discovering the injury or death. If this is discovered over the weekend, the owner should take pictures of the livestock that has been killed that include a date on the picture and any other pictures of the area that will assist in the investigation.
The Municipal Clerk (or designate) shall immediately notify the Municipal Valuer for the Municipality, who will make and complete a full investigation within three (3) days of receiving the notification from the Clerk of the Municipality (or the CAO). The Municipality's Municipal Valuers are the By-Law Enforcement Officers.
Please contact the Municipal Office to report a claim at 519-294-6244.
Dog Licensing
Individual Dog Licensing
- The Municipality issues Dog Tag Licences (no annual fees) for dogs within the Municipality
- It the owners’ responsibility to make sure their dogs are registered and licensed
- There is a nominal processing fee of $10.00 for each dog and you will be issued a Dog Tag Licence for each animal
- The Dog Tag must be worn by the animal at all times
Kennel Licensing
To be considered for a kennel licence you must be in the area of zoning within the municipality that permits a kennel. Additionally, setback requirements must also be met before consideration of applying for a kennel licence. These requirements can be found with the North Middlesex Zoning By-law 35 of 2004, as amended Section 7.2.4.
- If you wish to establish a dog kennel or boarding facility, please contact the Municipal office to discuss the location and requirements.
Additional Resources
Dog Barking Log
One entry per incident where the dog barked continuously for at least (20 to 30) minutes. And it must happen at least a dozen times per day, this ensures we have the evidence to lay a charge.