Dogs in Murrieta must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet whenever off the owner's property, except in designated off-leash areas. Owners must carry waste bags and clean up after their pets.
Murrieta requires all dogs to be on a physical leash, generally no more than 6 feet in length, whenever they are off their owner's private property. This applies to public sidewalks, streets, parks, trails, and any other public or private space not owned by the dog's owner. Voice control is not a substitute for a leash under city rules. The leash must be held by a person capable of physically controlling the dog. Retractable leashes are permitted so long as they can be locked at or under 6 feet and provide actual control.
Murrieta operates limited off-leash dog areas where leashes may be removed, including designated dog parks where posted. Outside these specific zones, all public parks and trails require dogs to be leashed at all times. Dog owners are required to carry a bag or means of cleaning up waste and must remove and dispose of dog feces from any public or private property not their own. Failure to clean up can result in citation. Aggressive or barking dogs can be subject to nuisance and dangerous dog procedures. Dogs must also be licensed through Riverside County Animal Services with current rabies vaccination per California Food and Agricultural Code Sections 30801 and following.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Murrieta code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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