How many dangerous dog breeds can I bring into Canada?

dangerous dog breeds may not be brought into Canada at all. The allowance is per traveller and cannot be pooled between people.

Do I have to declare dangerous dog breeds at Canada customs?

There is nothing to declare — dangerous dog breeds cannot be brought in at all. Declaring it does not make it admissible; it hands it over.

What happens if I do not declare dangerous dog breeds in Canada?

Under Memorandum D2-3-1, Tariff item No. 9804.30.00, Note 1, if you declare the excess yourself: a flat-rate charge is applied to the excess; the normal duty becomes payable on the excess. Under Customs Act, section 124, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed. Under Customs Act, R.S.C. 1985, c. 1: the goods are confiscated; an administrative fine is imposed.

Can I post or ship dangerous dog breeds to Canada instead of carrying it?

Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead. Baggage sent before or after you travels under the same allowance.

Can I take dangerous dog breeds out of Canada?

Canada publishes no separate rule for taking dangerous dog breeds out; the destination's rules are what will apply.

Does the Canada limit for dangerous dog breeds apply per person or per family?

Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.

Where does this rule come from?

Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) states it in Dog Owners' Liability Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. D.16. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.

How does Canada compare with other countries on dangerous dog breeds?

Of the 17 countries covered here, 9 prohibit dangerous dog breeds, 7 limit it and 1 let it through. Canada is among the strictest.

How much Dangerous dog breeds can I bring into Canada?

Prohibited

You cannot bring Dangerous dog breeds into Canada.

Cabin baggage —

Checked baggage —

Declaration Required — surrender

Limit No stated quantity

What you need to know

No stated quantity
Channels: Carried with the traveler

Important

This allowance applies per person, not per family or group.

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-19

Dog Owners' Liability Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. D.16 Government of Ontario

Questions about Dangerous dog breeds in Canada

How many dangerous dog breeds can I bring into Canada?: dangerous dog breeds may not be brought into Canada at all. The allowance is per traveller and cannot be pooled between people.
Do I have to declare dangerous dog breeds at Canada customs?: There is nothing to declare — dangerous dog breeds cannot be brought in at all. Declaring it does not make it admissible; it hands it over.
What happens if I do not declare dangerous dog breeds in Canada?: Under Memorandum D2-3-1, Tariff item No. 9804.30.00, Note 1, if you declare the excess yourself: a flat-rate charge is applied to the excess; the normal duty becomes payable on the excess. Under Customs Act, section 124, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed. Under Customs Act, R.S.C. 1985, c. 1: the goods are confiscated; an administrative fine is imposed.
Can I post or ship dangerous dog breeds to Canada instead of carrying it?: Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead. Baggage sent before or after you travels under the same allowance.
Can I take dangerous dog breeds out of Canada?: Canada publishes no separate rule for taking dangerous dog breeds out; the destination's rules are what will apply.
Does the Canada limit for dangerous dog breeds apply per person or per family?: Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.
Where does this rule come from?: Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) states it in Dog Owners' Liability Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. D.16. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.
How does Canada compare with other countries on dangerous dog breeds?: Of the 17 countries covered here, 9 prohibit dangerous dog breeds, 7 limit it and 1 let it through. Canada is among the strictest.

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