Orem, UT Animal Ordinances: Dog Leash Laws (2026)
Key Facts
- Leash Required
- All public areas
- Off-Leash Area
- Timpanogos Park dog park only
- License Required
- All dogs 4+ months
- License Fee
- $15 neutered / $35 unaltered
- Shelter
- North Utah Valley Animal Shelter, Lindon
Summary
Orem requires all dogs to be leashed or contained at all times, including in most city parks. The only designated off-leash area is the dog park at Timpanogos Park. All dogs over 4 months must be licensed annually.
Dogs must be leashed at all times, even in a majority of the city parks. The only city park available to let dogs run free is at the dog park area at Timpanogos Park. No person may harbor or possess more than two (2) dogs or two (2) cats, four (4) months of age or older.
Full Breakdown
Orem City ordinance requires that dogs be leashed or contained: whether on the owner's property or elsewhere in the city. Dogs in city parks must be leashed except in the designated off-leash dog park area at Mt. Timpanogos Park. All dogs and cats over 4 months old must be licensed with the City. License fees are $15 for spayed/neutered animals and $35 for unaltered animals. Annual renewal is required. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required for licensing. The North Utah Valley Animal Shelter in Lindon handles animal control for Orem, open Monday–Friday, 10 AM–5 PM. Owners must also clean up after their pets.
Violations & Fines
Citations for dogs at large or off-leash in non-designated areas. Impoundment fees at North Utah Valley Animal Shelter. Fines for failure to license.
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