It is unlawful to own or keep a dangerous or vicious dog
or a dog that is a public nuisance. A vicious dog is one that bites people or other
domestic animals or demonstrates a propensity to act harmfully to people and/or animals.
Dogs that destroy property of others, disturb the peace, bark excessively, scatter garbage, chase people or
vehicles, and any female in heat and running at large are examples of dogs that are public
nuisances.
Dogs Running At Large
It is unlawful for any dog to run at large in this
county. This includes any dog that is off the owner's/keeper's premises, not restrained,
or under the immediate command and control of the owner/keeper. Any dog found running at
large may be impounded. Redemption fees and fines will then be charged.
Complaints
If you have a problem with someone's dog, you may file a
complaint with us and we will investigate. We need the dog owner's/ keeper's name,
address, description of the dog, and the nature of the problem.
It is unlawful to commit acts of cruelty and neglect to
animals. This includes abuse; neglect; abandonment; deprivation of food, drink, or
adequate and humane shelter; or confinement in a motor vehicle under conditions that
endanger the health or well-being of the animal. We investigate reports of these
conditions.
Please visit our Dog Law page for additional information.
