Pima County Code Title 6 requires all dogs to be on a leash no longer than 6 feet when off the owner's property, except in designated off-leash dog parks. Tucson enforces the county leash law within city limits and issues citations through Pima Animal Care.
Retractable leashes are allowed if they can be locked at 6 feet or less in public areas. Dogs must also be licensed annually with Pima County by 3 months of age. Off-leash parks include Christopher Columbus Park, Udall Park, Palo Verde Park, and Purple Heart Park. Dogs must be under voice control and owners must carry a leash even in off-leash areas. Service animals are exempt from length limits if under direct handler control.
First offense 50 dollars, second 100 dollars, third 250 dollars. Dogs running at large may be impounded by Pima Animal Care with redemption fees of 80 dollars plus daily boarding.
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