Redwood City requires all dogs to be leashed on public property at all times. Voice control is not a substitute for a leash in San Mateo County. Off-leash areas exist at designated dog parks.
Redwood City Municipal Code Chapter 5 requires dogs to be on a leash when in any public place. There is no voice-control exemption in San Mateo County — a physical leash is required except in designated off-leash areas. Designated off-leash areas include Red Morton Community Park and Stulsaft Park. Animal control is provided by Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA at (650) 340-8200. Dog owners are responsible for cleaning up pet waste.
Off-leash: $50 to $200 citation. Failure to clean up: $100 to $500. Unlicensed dog: $50 to $250. At-large dog: impound fees.
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