St. Petersburg requires dogs to be leashed on a six-foot or shorter leash in all public areas under Chapter 4, with off-leash use limited to fenced dog parks and the owner's enclosed property.
The City of St. Petersburg Code Chapter 4 (Animals) requires that all dogs in public spaces, sidewalks, streets, and parks be restrained on a leash no longer than six feet and under the physical control of a competent person. Off-leash activity is permitted only inside designated fenced dog parks, on the owner's enclosed private property, or during temporary special events authorized by City Council. Dogs are barred from athletic fields, playgrounds, and certain beaches. The leash rule complements Pinellas County Chapter 14 animal regulations, and St. Petersburg Police and Pinellas County Animal Services jointly handle stray-at-large and bite incidents.
Civil citation for dog at large with fines starting around $87 for a first offense; repeat or aggressive cases trigger dangerous-dog hearings and impoundment fees.
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