Svalbard WirePublished 24 JuneThe Governor's notice in full, as published in English.
Sysselmesteren (the Governor of Svalbard) reminds that all dogs in Svalbard must be on a leash from 15 May to 15 August.
These days birds are nesting and the leash requirement is to ensure that dogs do not scare or chase birds and animals.
Sources
Governor of Svalbard, Government, 24 June 2026, 09:59. All dogs must be on a leash. https://www.sysselmesteren.no/en/news/2026/06/all-dogs-must-be-on-a-leash/
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