The Township of Ramara is committed to the care and well-being of animals and promote safe and healthy environments for people and all animals.  The Township owns and operates the Brechin Shelter, located at 3290 County Road 47, and investigate animal complaints and enforce animal by-laws in the community.

The Township’s bylaw enforcement department is also responsible for the regulation and management of animal services.  The department works 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. seven days a week.

For emergencies please contact the Canine Control after-hours number at 705-623-7295.

Wildlife

As the Township is full of a variety of wildlife, it's important to observe all wildlife from safe distances. If you have questions or complaints regarding wildlife, please contact the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.

Learn more about how Ramara controls the feeding of Wildlife.

Stray and Feral Cats

At this time, the Township of Ramara doesn't regulate, license or have programs related to stray cat. However in 2023, the Bylaw Enforcement department will monitor any reported concerns or issues related to stray and feral cats. 

Residents can submit their concerns online using the Report a Concern form. Please note that at this time, the Bylaw Enforcement department is monitoring concerns for information gathering purposes only. 

Report a Concern Form

Report a Dog Bite or Attack

You can report a dog bite online or give us a call at 705-484-5374 during office hours or 705-623-7295 after-hours if you've been bitten or attacked by a dog. Once notified, we will meet with you to investigate the incident. We will then decide an appropriate response based on the Canine Control Bylaw and the Dog Owner's Liability Act.

Leashing your dog

Remember that it's the law to leash your pet when out on public property.

Leashed pets are:

• Rarely hit by cars or attacked by wildlife
• Less likely to run off and get lost, or eat and drink things that they shouldn't

Brechin off- Leash Park

Ramara's off-leash dog park is a place where dogs can run free. View Map

When visiting leash-free parks, be aware that there are other unleashed dogs at play. You are entering the park at your own risk. Parents should supervise their children at all times.

Rabies Clinic

The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit arranges yearly a low-cost rabies clinic for animals in Simcoe Muskoka. Learn about when the rabies clinic occurs  in the fall and additional information on the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s website.