Lexington requires dogs to be leashed or confined. KRS §258.095 addresses dogs running at large. County dog wardens enforce statewide.
Lexington requires dogs to be on a leash (typically 6 feet max) in all public areas including streets, sidewalks, and parks. Off-leash exercise is only permitted in designated dog parks. Dog owners must immediately clean up waste in public areas. Dogs must be vaccinated against rabies. KRS §258.095 addresses dogs running at large - county dog wardens enforce. KRS §258.235 provides dangerous dog designation based on behavior. Aggressive or at-large dogs may be impounded by animal control.
Off-leash: $25 to $150 citation. Failure to clean up: $50 to $250. At-large dog (KRS §258.095): impound fees + penalties.
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