Skokie requires all dogs to be leashed when off their owner's property. Dogs must be licensed, vaccinated against rabies, and kept under control at all times. Waste cleanup is mandatory on public property and other private property.
Under Skokie's Chapter 14 (Animals) code, all dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet when off the owner's property. Dogs running at large are subject to impoundment. Cook County dog licenses are required for all dogs over 4 months old (licensing is handled at the county level in Cook County). Rabies vaccination current within the required period is mandatory. Dog owners must immediately remove and dispose of their pet's waste on any public or private property other than their own. Skokie does not operate an off-leash dog park within village limits — residents use regional parks or facilities in neighboring communities. Barking or other nuisance behavior is also regulated under noise provisions. Contact Animal Control via Police non-emergency at (847) 982-5900.
Leash violations typically result in fines of $50 to $200. Failure to clean up waste results in $100+ fines. Dogs running at large may be impounded with owner responsible for boarding fees typically exceeding $25 per day. Repeat offenses and dangerous dog designations carry higher penalties.
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