Boulder requires dogs on leash within city limits but offers a unique Voice and Sight Tag program allowing trained dogs off-leash on designated open space trails and areas including Chautauqua Park and the Mesa Trail.
Boulder Municipal Code requires dogs on leash unless the owner holds a valid Voice and Sight Tag. This program tests the owner's ability to control their dog by voice and sight commands. With the tag, dogs may be off-leash on designated open space lands including trails near Chautauqua Park, the Mesa Trail, and Boulder Mountain Parks. Dogs must remain on-leash on Pearl Street Mall, in playgrounds, and in posted areas. Maximum 4 dogs per handler. The program is nationally recognized and unique to Boulder.
Dog off-leash without tag: $50 first offense, $100 second. Voice and Sight violations: tag revocation. Dog at large: $100+.
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