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Animal Services

At Animal Services, we encourage responsible pet ownership through licensing, public education and enforcement. Licensing fees, not tax dollars, fund our volunteer, public education and animal adoption programs, the operation of our vet-inspected animal shelter and many other services. Our Responsible Pet Ownership bylaw is based on four principles:

• License and provide permanent identification for pets.
• Spay or neuter pets.
• Provide training, physical care, socialization and medical attention for companion pets.
• Do not allow pets to become a threat or nuisance in the community.

What's New

	I Heart My Pet The City of Calgary Animal & Bylaw Services is excited to announce the launch of our I Heart My Pet rewards program.  The program is our way of thanking the thousands of Calgarians who have chosen to licence their pet.  A summary of the program and a frequently asked questions resource have been developed assist in explaining this initiative. Off-Leash Dog Areas The off-leash dog area management review has moved forward with an implementation plan. Information collected to date from the ongoing consultation process (including open houses, online surveys, and telephone interviews) is being used to guide management strategies.  An informational overview of this project summarizes action taken to date.  Be sure to also see the off-leash area locator.   Animal Services Centre Clinic Grand Opening The City of Calgary Animal Services celebrated the grand opening of its new vet clinic on August 26, 2009. The 2,500 square foot clinic will play a key role in helping to reduce the number of stray and unwanted pets in Calgary.

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