Blaine, MN Animal Ordinances: Dog Leash Laws (2026)

The City of Blaine's leash rule is part of Chapter 14 (Animals) of the city code. Under the city's leash ordinance, a dog that is not physically contained by a fence on the owner's private property must be under control and on a leash at all times. While on designated city park land or open space, all dogs must be under control and on a leash, and dogs may be off physical restraint only in city-designated 'off-leash areas.' Dogs found running at large are handled by Community Standards / the Police Department and may be impounded; stray dogs are held at the contracted kennel for a holding period (the city notes a minimum five-day hold for impounded animals). Blaine separately requires that every dog over six months of age be licensed, with proof of a current rabies vaccination; the license costs $10 and is valid for roughly two years depending on purchase date. New residents have 30 days to obtain a license after moving in. A household may license up to three dogs at one residence. Blaine does not publicly name a specific official off-leash dog park in its leash guidance, so owners should confirm current designated off-leash locations with the city before letting a dog off-leash.