Kansas City requires dogs to be on a leash or under direct physical control when off the owner's property. Kansas City Animal Services enforces leash laws citywide.
KCMO Code requires that all dogs be confined on the owner's property or kept on a leash not exceeding 8 feet in length when off the property. Dogs that are running at large can be impounded by Kansas City Animal Services. Off-leash activity is permitted in designated off-leash dog parks maintained by the Parks and Recreation Department. Dog owners are responsible for cleaning up waste in public areas. Fines escalate with repeat violations.
Leash law violations: fines per animal; escalating fines for repeat violations. Impoundment for running-at-large.
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