The Town of Petawawa is committed to the safety and well-being of both residents and animals in our community. Through our animal control services, we ensure responsible pet ownership and address concerns such as stray or dangerous animals. Learn how to license your pet, report an issue, or connect with local animal services.
Animal Control Services
For assistance regarding Animal Control, please contact By-law Enforcement:Â
To report dog bites to humans, dead birds other environmental issues, please contact the Renfrew County District Health Unit at rcdhu.com.
Effective January 1, 2026, the Town of Petawawa will provide online pet licensing for Garrison Petawawa residents through DocuPet. The Town will also respond to stray dogs and cats. All stray dog or cat complaints should be directed to the Town’s By-law Enforcement.
Pet Tags & Registration
Dog and cat tags are mandatory in the Town of Petawawa. We’ve partnered with DocuPet to provide a simple and secure way to license your pet online.
Licensing helps keep pets safe, supports local animal welfare initiatives, and ensures lost pets can be quickly returned home. With DocuPet, your pet’s licence includes a personalized tag and access to a secure online profile.
Plus, 20% of all designer tag and product sales go to our local Safe&Happy Fund partner – the Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre.
Media Releases
Scentral Bark Dog Park
Scentral Bark Dog Park tags are sold in person at the Recreation Office at 16 Civic Centre Road. Dog Park tags will also be sold on a 365 day basis for $20.00
*Anyone not purchasing a tag may be charged and fined under By-law 174/01.
Be Bear Wise
Call 911 or your local police, if you feel a bear poses an immediate threat to personal safety and:
- Enters a school yard when school is in session
- Enters or tries to enter a residence
- Wanders into a public gathering
- Kills livestock/pets and lingers at the site
- Stalks people and lingers at the site
- 1-866-514-2327 (between April 1-November 30)
- 416-314-2106Â (between December 1- March 31) or mediadesk.mnrf@ontario.ca
Renfrew County SPCA
The Renfrew County SPCA is a registered charity dedicated to providing care, comfort, and compassion to animals in need in Petawawa and across Renfrew County. Their services include sheltering, adoptions, emergency support, feral cat management, animal transfers, pet food assistance, humane education, animal advocacy, and spay/neuter programs.
For more information or assistance, please contact the Renfrew County SPCA at 115 Woodcrest Drive, Pembroke ON, K8A 6W4, by phone at 613-635-7508, or via email at renfrewcounty@ospca.ca
Cruelty to any animal is not tolerated in Ontario. If you think an animal is in distress or is being abused, call 1-833-926-4625 or visit the Ministry of the Solicitor General website for further information on animal welfare.