Fort Bend County requires dogs to be restrained by leash, fence, or enclosure when off the owner's property, with stricter rules for dogs running at large in unincorporated areas.
Under Fort Bend County's animal control rules and Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 822 enforcement, dogs in unincorporated Fort Bend County must be under direct physical control of a competent person whenever off the owner's property. Animals running at large may be impounded by the Fort Bend County Animal Services division. Owners must also ensure dogs are vaccinated for rabies and properly tagged. Additional restraint requirements apply to dogs deemed dangerous, requiring secure enclosures, registration, and liability insurance.
Violations may result in impoundment fees, citations, and Class C misdemeanor charges with fines up to $500 per offense.
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