Responsible pet ownership Instruction in DND residential housing, CFHA Directives and Procedures (CDP) - Quantity of pets

Subject to applicable provincial/territorial legislation, regulations and municipal by-laws, the following limitations of number and types of pets on any type of DND residential housing, including apartments, are as follows:

a.     Two (2) dogs;

b.     Two (2) cats;

c.     Two (2) caged/terrarium pets; and

d.     One (1) 20-gallon aquarium with water.

Note 1: Pets are to be in accordance with acceptable pet list at Annex A

Note 2: Pet number and types are not interchangeable

Note 3: Limits apply regardless of number of people living on the premises.

Note 4: Whichever direction is more restrictive regarding the number/type of pets is the one that will be followed

The above limit does not apply to service dogs. DND employees or CAF members living in DND residential housing can also possess a service dog in accordance with references B and C. The occupant of record must submit a request for accommodation to the CFHA HSC Manager in accordance with the required documentation as outlined in paragraph 4.2 of reference C.

Persons other than DND employees and CAF members living in DND residential housing may also possess a service dog and, subject to applicable provincial/territorial legislation, regulations and municipal by-laws, are required under paragraph 4.10 of reference C, to submit a formal request for accommodation to the CFHA HSC Manager.

Any requests related for service dogs must be accompanied with the following documentation:

1. a recommendation from a medical practitioner for the use of a service dog;
2. a certification and supporting documentation for the service dog team; and
3. proof of up-to-date yearly core vaccinations recommended by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association and administered by an authorized medical professional of veterinary medicine.

Note:  All persons involved in the processing of requests to accommodate service dogs must read this paragraph in conjunction with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Canadian Human Rights Act, applicable provincial/territorial human rights legislations, and references B and C when making decisions on requests to accommodate service dogs.  They must not infringe the rights of individuals who are protected under federal and provincial/territorial laws and must treat all individuals with respect and dignity.