Fremont requires dogs to be leashed in all public areas under FMC Chapter 6, with designated off-leash dog parks as the only exception.
Fremont Municipal Code Chapter 6 requires all dogs in public spaces to be on a leash not exceeding 6 feet, held by a person capable of controlling the animal. Off-leash areas are limited to designated dog parks including Central Park Dog Park, Mission Peak area (leashed on trail), and Ardenwood Historic Farm designated zones. Dogs must be licensed with Tri-City Animal Shelter annually, with fees of 20 dollars for altered and 75 dollars for unaltered dogs. Violations carry fines starting at 50 dollars, escalating to 250 dollars for repeat offenses. Mission Peak Regional Preserve requires leashes on all trails at all times due to cattle grazing and wildlife protection. Waste pickup is mandatory; failure to remove dog waste carries a separate 100 dollar fine.
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