OPP Issues Warning as Dog Attacks Rise Across Multiple Towns � Always Carry Bear/Coyote Spray

Source: Area OPP
Date: Wed Nov 26 06:44:16 MST 2025

(HURON COUNTY, ON) � Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding the public, specifically dog owners about their responsibilities when it comes to their canine companions.

Police have responded to several reports of aggressive dogs in the Town of Goderich, Municipality of Bluewater, Municipality of Central Huron, and the Municipality of South Huron in recent months. In some cases, pedestrians were attacked, dogs have been injured and killed, and OPP officers have also been injured while attending calls for service.

Legislation that captures the legal requirements and laws pertaining to dog ownership can be found in the Dog Owner Liability Act (DOLA). For more serious offences, the Criminal Code of Canada may apply.

Municipalities have outlined legal requirements for animal owners in their respective by-laws, which can be found by visiting municipality websites.

If you encounter an aggressive animal, or witness a situation that may endanger the public, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 to report it.

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