Anne Arundel County requires dogs to be under control at all times in public. Tethering outdoors requires a 10-foot leash and direct supervision except for one 15-minute daily period. Tethering prohibited in extreme temperatures.
Anne Arundel County Code §12-4-801 regulates tethering and restraint of dogs. Dogs must be under direct control of their owner when in public areas. Tethering outdoors on private property requires a restraint at least 10 feet long. Except for one 15-minute period per day, a dog may not be tethered outdoors unless a person at least 13 years old is outdoors on the same property with a direct line of sight to the dog at all times. Tethering is prohibited when temperatures are 32°F or below, or 90°F or above. Dogs must be licensed (over 6 months old with current rabies vaccination). Animal Services enforces: (410) 222-8900.
Dog running at large: $50. Tethering violation: citation. No license: $50 fine.
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