San Diego County requires dogs to be on a hand-held leash no longer than 6 feet when away from the owner's property. At home, dogs must be controlled by voice, electronic containment, leash, fence, or other enclosure per County Code Chapter 6.
County Code Chapter 6 (Animal Control) requires all dogs to be restrained when off the owner's property. Away from home, dogs must be on a hand-held leash no longer than 6 feet in length. Tie-outs and retractable leashes longer than 6 feet do not satisfy this requirement in public areas. At home, dogs must be controlled by voice command, electronic containment system, leash, fence, or other adequate enclosure. It is unlawful to permit any dog to run at large. County Department of Animal Services enforces leash laws. Off-leash dog areas exist in certain county parks with posted rules.
Dog-at-large violations may result in citations, fines, and potential impoundment. Fines escalate with repeated offenses. If an unleashed dog causes injury, the owner faces additional liability.
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