DeKalb County requires all dogs to be kept on a leash or under direct physical control when off the owner's property. Dogs at large are prohibited and subject to impoundment. DeKalb County Animal Services: 404-294-2996. Georgia's Responsible Dog Ownership Law (GA Code §4-8-20+) governs dangerous dogs.
DeKalb County Animal Control ordinance requires all dogs to be kept under direct physical control (on a leash of no more than 6 feet or within a secure enclosure) when off the owner's property. Dogs running at large are subject to impoundment by DeKalb County Animal Services (404-294-2996). Georgia's Responsible Dog Ownership Law (GA Code §4-8-20+) establishes a county-administered registry for declared dangerous and vicious dogs. DeKalb County has several leash-free dog parks in county parks.
Dog at large: $50 to $200. No rabies tag: $50 to $100. Dangerous dog violation: up to $5,000 and criminal charges.
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