Apply for a dog walker permit

If you’re walking 5 to 8 dogs at a time in a leash-free zone, you’ll need a dog walker permit. Commercial dog walkers are permitted to use leash-free zones Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The fee for one dog walker permit is:

  • $360.09 for Mississauga residents
  • $396.12 for non-residents

For each additional dog walker associated with the original permit, there’s a charge of:

  • $72.01 for Mississauga residents
  • $79.27 for non-residents

All fees include 13% HST.

To apply for a permit, fill out the dog walker permit application and submit it via email to .

What happens next

You will receive an email with your client barcode and PIN number. Use these to register your permit online or in-person at your local community centre.

How long it takes

It usually takes about a week after you register for your permit card to be issued. You should receive your permit card and a copy of the Terms and Conditions by mail.

Contact us

If you need more information about your permit, call 905-615-3200 and choose option one or email .