Cary requires dogs to be on leash or under owner control when off private property. All dogs must be registered and vaccinated against rabies per NC state law and Cary animal control ordinances.
Cary's animal control ordinances require dogs to be restrained by a leash or under the direct control of the owner when off private property. Dogs running at large are subject to impoundment. All dogs over 4 months must have a current rabies vaccination per NC state law. Cary requires pet registration. Dogs are prohibited from certain public areas including playgrounds. The town operates Cary's animal services and responds to complaints about dogs at large. Multiple designated off-leash dog parks are available in Cary.
Dogs at large may be impounded. Owners face citations and fines. Unvaccinated dogs face additional penalties.
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