Animals in Vehicles

The Animal Services Bylaw includes requirements to protect animals from unsafe conditions in vehicles.

• Animals must not be left in an unattended vehicle when outdoor temperatures are above 22°C or below -10°C, unless the vehicle’s climate control system is active
• If an animal is in distress due to temperature, authorized officers may intervene to protect the animal, including removing it from the vehicle
• Animals being transported must be safely secured. If outside the passenger compartment, they must be in a properly ventilated kennel or secured with a harness to prevent injury

Owners may be held responsible for any damages resulting from an intervention.