Under our By-Law 35-2024 By-Law Respecting Animal Control and Dog Leash Policy (#2018-01) dogs in Hanwell are not permitted to be at large; owners (or persons in charge/guardians) are responsible for, and must have control over, their dog(s) at all times. While walking anywhere in Hanwell, they must be visibly tethered (leashed), regardless of whether you are walking about your neighbourhood, or on community-owned property (such as parks, trails, parking lots, etc. ).
Non-compliance with the policy regarding off-leash control may result in having no off-leash area in Hanwell – meaning dogs will need to be leashed in all areas of the Hanwell Park Trail.
The Dog Leash Policy #2018-01 can be found here: https://hanwell.nb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Policy-2025-01-Dog-Leash-Policy.pdf
Please also see By-Law 35-2024 By-Law Respecting Animal Control https://hanwell.nb.ca/documents/by-laws/
Hanwell receives services for animal control through the SPCA, and a portion of our taxes provides the support for these services.
The Animal Control Officer can be contacted at: 1-877-722-1522.