Johns Creek, GA Animal Ordinances: Dog Leash Laws (2026)
Key Facts
- Leash length
- 6 feet maximum
- Scope
- Cats exempted from at-large ban
- Containment
- Electronic fence allowed if maintained
- Penalty
- Up to $1,000 fine, 6 months jail
Summary
Dogs in Johns Creek must stay on the owner's property or be leashed with a maximum six-foot leash under a competent handler's control whenever off that property; cats are exempt from the at-large ban.
Within the city's territorial boundaries, the running at large of dogs, domestic animals, livestock, owned wildlife, or exotic animals is prohibited, with the exception of cats. Owners of wildlife or exotic animals must have the necessary state and federal permits on their person when transporting their animals.(b)Dogs.(1)It shall be unlawful for the owner, custodian or harborer of any dog to allow or permit such dog to leave the premises of the owner or other person having custody of the dog, unless such dog is securely under leash; said leash being not more than six-feet long, and under the control of a competent person.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 23 Update 1).
Full Breakdown
Johns Creek Code § 10-6 bans letting dogs, other domestic animals, livestock, owned wildlife, or exotic animals run at large anywhere in the city, though cats are exempt. Dog owners specifically must keep their dog on a leash no longer than six feet, or otherwise confined by fence, wall, or enclosure, whenever off the owner's property, with the leash held by a competent person. A properly maintained electronic containment system counts as an acceptable enclosure, except for dogs classified as guard dogs or restrained as dangerous animals after a prior violation.
Violations & Fines
Letting a dog run loose off a leash longer than six feet, or off the owner's property unrestrained, violates § 10-6 and is punishable under Sec. 1-7: up to $1,000, six months jail, or both.
Frequently Asked Questions
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