Cheyenne, WY Animal Ordinances: Dog Leash Laws (2026)

Except as otherwise provided by this section, the owner of any animal shall keep the animal under restraint at all times and not allow the animal to run at large except on the owner's property. Any person violating this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and punishable as follows:1.For any animal that is altered or less than six months of age the owner shall be punished as follows:a.First offense: a fine of not less than fifty dollars ($50.00);b.Second offense within a twelve-month period: a fine of not less than seventy-five dollars ($75.00). In addition, a second offense within a twelve-month period shall result in the mandatory microchipping and identification of the animal at the expense of the owner. The owner of the animal shall bear the burden of proof and cost regarding the animal's microchipping. Within thirty (30) calendar days of redemption, the owner shall provide proof to the municipal court of and microchipping identification through certification by a veterinarian or by the animal control authority; orc.Third or subsequent offense within a twelve-month period: mandatory appearance in municipal court and a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) and not more than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00).