Hesperia contracts with San Bernardino County Animal Care & Control for animal regulation. Under San Bernardino County Code Title 3, Division 2 (the County Animal Control Ordinance) which applies in Hesperia, dogs must be restrained on a leash not exceeding 6 feet when off the owner's property, and dogs running at large are prohibited.
Hesperia Municipal Code Title 6 (Animals) adopts the San Bernardino County animal regulations. Under San Bernardino County Code §32.0103 and §32.0801, no person owning or having custody of a dog shall permit it to run at large or be off the premises of the owner without being on a leash held by a competent person. Leashes must be no longer than 6 feet. Dogs must wear a current license tag and rabies tag. Hesperia has no off-leash dog park designated within city limits as of code review. The County's High Desert Animal Care Center in Devore serves Hesperia residents. Mojave Desert wildlife (coyotes, rattlesnakes) makes leash compliance particularly important for pet safety.
First violation is typically a written warning or citation with fines starting around $50; repeat offenses escalate to $100–$250. Dogs at large may be impounded with redemption fees plus daily boarding charges. Failure to license is a separate citation.
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