Newport Beach requires dogs to be on a leash of no more than 6 feet in length when in public areas. The city has limited off-leash areas and enforces leash laws on beaches, parks, and public spaces through the Police Department and OC Animal Care.
Newport Beach Municipal Code Title 7 requires dogs to be on a leash not exceeding 6 feet in length when on any public street, sidewalk, park, beach, or other public area. Dogs must be under the control of a person capable of restraining the animal at all times. Newport Beach beaches generally prohibit dogs, with limited exceptions during certain hours or in designated areas. Dogs are allowed in some city parks but must remain on leash. The city does not currently operate a dedicated off-leash dog park within city limits. Aggressive or dangerous dogs may be subject to additional restrictions including muzzle requirements. All dogs over the age of 4 months must be licensed through OC Animal Care and vaccinated against rabies. Dog owners are required to immediately clean up after their dogs in all public areas. Failure to clean up dog waste is a citable offense. The Newport Beach Police Department and OC Animal Care enforce leash laws and respond to complaints about dogs at large.
Leash law violations may result in citations and fines. Dogs running at large may be impounded by OC Animal Care. Owners are responsible for impound and licensing fees. Contact OC Animal Care at (714) 935-6848 or the Police non-emergency line at (949) 644-3717.
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