Animal Control

Animal Control Enforcement Services are provided on contract by the Kitimat Community Humane Society (KCHS).

KCHS provides the following services:

  • Acts as Bylaw Enforcement Officer for Animal Control Regulations (section 5.5) of the Kitimat Municipal Code
  • Conducts regular patrols throughout the community
  • Impounds animals running at large
  • Acts as Poundkeeper at the Animal Shelter
  • Opens the Animal Shelter to the public: Monday to Friday from 2:30 to 4:30 pm
  • Sells dog licences on behalf of the District of Kitimat
  • Provides animal humane services in the community including: animal lost and found, adoption services and humane education.

Questions or concerns regarding animal control can be forwarded to KCHS at 250-632-7373.

Note: All dogs in Kitimat must have a Dog Licence.
Dogs are not permitted to run at large.
When walking a dog, it must be under your care and control at all times.