Keeping people and animals safe on Tla’amin Lands
The Tla’amin Nation Animal Control Department works to keep the community safe, support animal wellbeing, and help pet owners understand their responsibilities.
Our team responds to concerns, enforces the Animal Control Regulation, and works with residents to prevent issues before, during and after they happen. The goal is : healthy animals, responsible ownership, and a safe community for everyone.
What Animal Control Does
Responds to community concerns
We handle reports about loose animals, aggressive behaviour, animal neglect, and Animal Control Regulation issues.
Protects public safety
We step in when animals pose a risk to people, property, or other animals.
Supports animal wellbeing
We ensure animals are being treated properly and living in safe conditions.
Enforces the Animal Control Regulation
We help residents understand the rules and take action when they are not being followed.
Seize animals when necessary
If an animal is roaming, at risk, or creating a safety issue, we may bring it into care until the situation is resolved.
Educates pet owners
We provide guidance on responsible ownership, including containment, licensing, and care standards.
When to Contact Animal Control
You can reach out if you see:
- A dog or livestock loose without supervision
- An aggressive or dangerous animal
- Concerns about animal neglect or mistreatment
- Questions about your responsibilities as a pet owner
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone who owns, keeps, or cares for an animal on Tla’amin Lands.
Yes. Dogs must be under control and contained at all times, and leashed when off your property.
No. Dogs and livestock must not roam. Owners are responsible for keeping their animals contained and under control.
Clean it up. Owners must remove animal waste from public spaces to keep the community clean.
Additional safety measures apply, which may include secure confinement and muzzling in public.
Yes. There are limits on the number of cats and dogs per household to ensure proper care and community safety.
Yes, but they must be properly contained and not allowed to roam onto roads or public areas. Wild animals cannot be kept as pets without permission.
Animals may be seized if they are roaming, at risk, or in violation of the regulation.
You can reclaim your pet after meeting requirements and paying any applicable fees.
Unclaimed animals may be rehomed or otherwise cared for in accordance with the regulation.