Unincorporated Horry County has no citywide leash mandate, but it is unlawful to let a dog run at large off property you own, rent, or control. A dog off-premises must be leashed or under the owner's physical control.
Horry County Code § 4-3(d)(1) makes it unlawful to let an animal run at large off property you own, rent, or control (community-cat TNR program excepted). Section 4-3(c) also bars letting an animal create a public nuisance by chasing vehicles, molesting people, or running at large while in heat. Statewide, S.C. Code § 47-3-50 defines a dog as "running at large" when off the owner's premises and not under physical control by a leash or similar device. Tethering is separately regulated: § 4-3(d)(2) permits it only with a buckle collar or harness at least one inch wide, an eight-foot swivel tether under 10% of body weight, water and shelter, and never during extreme weather.
Prosecuted by an animal control officer; punishable under Code § 1-8. A magistrate may order a vicious animal impounded or humanely disposed of after a hearing.
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