Victoria is a city that loves dogs! You can bring your furry friend with you to many stores and coffee shops, as well as enjoy their company at outdoor seating areas. Most residents in Victoria own dogs, and there are plenty of dog parks, pet stores, and grooming facilities for your pet’s needs. From September 30 to June 1, dogs are welcome on most beaches. Some newer condos even have dog washes for a convenient cleanup after a beach or park adventure.
Dog parks in Victoria
- Off-leash dog parks around Victoria
Registration & dog license’s
For dogs that are at least 4 months old, obtaining a dog license from the city you reside in is mandatory. In the City of Victoria, a dog license costs between $30 and $50 for spayed/neutered dogs, or $40 and $60 for non-spayed/neutered dogs, and can be acquired online. It is important to note that you are required to renew your dog license every year and pay the associated fee.
- Colwood, Highlands, Langford, Metchosin, Sooke, View Royal dog licence
- Esquimalt dog licence
- Saanich dog licence
- Sidney dog licence
- Victoria dog licence
Dogs on public transit
To bring your dog on a BC Transit bus in Victoria, it must be small enough to fit in a carrier or on your lap. Otherwise, dogs are not permitted on public transit in the area. If you plan to travel by taxi with your dog, it is allowed, but for dogs weighing over 20lbs, you may need to book a minivan or van instead of a regular taxi. However, guide dogs are an exception and are allowed on both buses and taxis.
Lost dog
- Victoria Animal Control Services
- CRD (Capital Regional District) lost pets
- BC SPCA lost pets
- ROAM – Reuniting Owners with Animals Missing
Adopting a dog in Victoria
- BC SPCA Victoria Shelter
- CRD (Capital Regional District) shelter/adoption
- Victoria Humane Society Shelter