Brockton requires all dogs to be leashed or under direct control when off the owner's property under Chapter 3 of the Code of Ordinances. All dogs must be licensed annually.
Under Brockton's Code of Ordinances Chapter 3 (Animals and Fowl), dogs must be restrained by a leash or under direct control when off the owner's property. Dogs running at large are subject to impoundment by the Animal Control Officer. All dogs must be licensed with the City Clerk annually, as required by Massachusetts General Law. Rabies vaccination must be current. Dogs must be under the control of a person capable of restraining them. The city enforces strict leash requirements in parks and public areas.
Dogs at large result in impoundment and fines. Failure to license dogs carries separate penalties.
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