Animal Sheltering and Animal Control Services in the Township of Langley are now being delivered under a revised service model. Learn how these changes affect residents and service users.
The Township of Langley Bylaw Division oversees enforcement of the Township's Animal Control Bylaw and responds to animal control matters within Township boundaries.
Township of Langley Animal Control Bylaw No. 6140
For concerns within the Township of Langley’s boundaries related to:
please refer to the Township’s webpage for animal control.
To learn more or report an animal control concern please refer to the following:
For details on Township policies regarding intake processes and procedures, please refer to the Township’s Animal Control webpage.
The Patti Dale Animal Shelter only provides animal sheltering services for animals that reside in, or are found within, the Township of Langley’s boundaries.
Animals found in Metro Vancouver Regional Parks fall outside Township jurisdiction and are governed by Metro Vancouver’s Regional Parks authority and bylaws. For information about animals found in those areas, please refer directly to our Metro Vancouver’s Regional Parks page.
Animals found outside Township of Langley boundaries are generally outside the scope of intake at the Patti Dale Shelter. If you are unsure whether an animal was found or resides within the Township, please refer to the Township boundary map below before bringing the animals to the shelter.
When an animal falls outside Township boundaries, LAPS staff may be able to assist with housing based on available resources at other locations and through foster homes. LAPS may also be able to direct members of the public to the appropriate municipality or an alternate organization for assistance. Please contact LAPS at the below number before bringing any animals falling outside Township boundaries to the Township’s shelter.
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute confirmation of jurisdiction or responsibility.
Contact LAPS for more information on our sheltering services for Township animals: 604.857.5055.
** This map is for general guidance only. When in doubt, please contact Township Animal Control to confirm jurisdiction before transporting an animal to the shelter.
The Township does not provide animal control enforcement or regulatory services for cats.
As part of the Township’s service agreement with LAPS, cat sheltering, adoption, and spay/neuter services are delivered by LAPS as donor-funded programs and are not funded by the Township. These services are delivered in accordance with LAPS’ programs and available resources.
For assistance with cats, please contact:
Langley Animal Protection Society
604.857.5055 | info@lapsbc.ca