Dogs in Rancho Cordova must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet when off the owner's property, under Sacramento County Code Title 9, which the city enforces through its animal services contract. Off-leash is permitted only in designated dog parks.
Sacramento County Code Section 9.12.030 requires all dogs off their owner's premises to be restrained by a leash held by a competent person. The maximum allowable leash length is generally 6 feet. Rancho Cordova has several designated off-leash areas including the Hagan Community Park dog park. Dogs in Hagan Park outside the dog park fence, along the American River Parkway bike trail, and in city greenbelts must be leashed. Animal Services officers and park rangers issue citations. Habitual off-leash violators face increasing fines.
First offense: 50 to 100 dollars. Second offense: 200 dollars. Third: up to 500 dollars.
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