DOGS: Leash Law
Any person owning and/or possessing a dog must keep the animal on a leash not exceeding six feet in length. Further, the leash must be held by a person capable of controlling such dog.
Exceptions. A dog can be unleashed under any of the following circumstances:
1. When the dog is on private property of the owner or of another who has consented and is either:
a. Contained on the enclosed property of the owner or of another who has consented, or
b. Is under control of a person who is in the presence of the dog; or
2. When the dog is assisting a peace officer who is engaged in law enforcement duties; or
3. When the dog is in designated parks, as specified in a resolution of the city council. (Ord. 2000-01 (part), 2000)
For more information on dog license, please reference
Municipal Code Section 6.12
GOATS AND CHICKENS: Animals and Poultry at Large
For City rules on raising animals as pets, or housing them in corrals, please reference Municipal Code Section 6.20