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Lost pets, stray animals and animal complaints
Compiled by Mahmoud Halat, updated
Short answer
Municipal animal services (or a contracted shelter) handle lost and found pets, strays, dog bites, barking and wildlife problems.
Who handles it
Handled by your municipality: your city, town or regional government.
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Your city or town
Each municipality runs its own, with its own rules and website. Start from your city's page:
Cite this page
Canada Service Map, "Lost pets, stray animals and animal complaints", updated 13 October 2026, https://canadaservicemap.ca/services/animal-control