Dogs not allowed on national park beaches starting Thursday
Another sure sign of spring: Parks Canada officials say the seasonal rule prohibiting domestic animals on P.E.I. National Park beaches comes into effect on April 1 and will stay in place until Oct. 15.
Annual ban lasts until mid-October, is partially meant to protect wildlife
Another sure sign of spring: Parks Canada officials say the seasonal rule prohibiting domestic animals on P.E.I. National Park beaches comes into effect on April 1 and will stay in place until Oct. 15.
That includes dogs, cats and horses.
Parks Canada officials say the rule is in place to provide a safe environment for visitors and to protect wildlife and their habitat.
Anyone caught breaking this law faces a minimum fine of $100.
Dogs are permitted in all other outdoor areas of the park, but must be on a leash.
"It is important to know that dogs pose a threat to wildlife, especially young animals and birds, such as the endangered piping plover, that nest on the ground," Parks Canada's website says.